Wtb Topsider Vac - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

boeing · #1 11-14-2002, 07:03 PM

With all the talk about using these for changing oil I thought I would try one. But I can't find where to by these in Canada. Can anyone help or do you have an extra one F.S. ?
thanks

J.HIDALGO · #2 11-15-2002, 04:18 PM

They should have something similar.

boeing · #3 11-15-2002, 08:32 PM

Thanks I'll have a look around here but 98% of the boats in this area are outboards!

boeing · #4 11-15-2002, 08:36 PM

Thanks I'll have a look around here. 98% of the boats in this area are outboards! Has anyone built one or just used a pump and sucked the oil out?

TimFreeh · #5 11-15-2002, 09:38 PM

I built one out of an old 5 gallon propane tank. Works great and is very easy to build (if you have access to welding equipment)

I use an A/C evacuation pump as the vacuum source, takes about 2 minutes to suck out the old oil.

If you try to make a topsider make sure the container you use can handle a vacuum. My first two attempts (using a Jerry can and a 5 gallon water jug) ended in implosions. Any container that is rated for pressure will be able to handle a vacuum.

Of course you can buy a nice topsider for $50 - If you value your time buying one is the way to go.

Tim

d2bernhard · #6 11-16-2002, 12:05 PM

Try USBoat.com

Gary Ganaway · #7 11-16-2002, 12:07 PM

I believe I ordered mine from Northern Tool. They have a website and it was about $45.00 or so.

turnne1 · #8 11-19-2002, 12:01 PM

I will sell you mine(used once) for $20(US) plus shipping

Warren
1992 300SD 151K
Columbus Ohio

rdanz · #9 11-19-2002, 01:28 PM

I am interested in your Topsider is it the genuine one and in good condition?

turnne1 · #10 11-19-2002, 01:33 PM

yes it is the genuine article....and seriously only been used once.....its about 2 years old...I used it once and put in the corner of the garage...the only thing it mave have on it is 2 inches of dust

Warren
1992 300SD 151K
Columbus Ohio

rdanz · #11 11-19-2002, 01:36 PM

Email me your Phone #
Rdanz1@hotmail.com

boeing · #12 11-20-2002, 12:23 AM

Hi
Northern tool has them listed for 39.99 plus shipping!! not a bad price but with shipping and brokage fees I will keep looking for a used one.