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Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-31-2012, 02:36 PM

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OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

I use a 12VDC RV vacuum pump.

I use a 12VDC RV vacuum pump.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-31-2012, 11:22 AM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

My first attempt at a top sider on the Mercedes...

My first attempt at a top sider on the Mercedes used a 1/4 o.d. tube inserted into the dipstick tube. It worked fine to remove the oil but was slow. My next design clamped a hose over the dipstick...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-30-2012, 08:53 PM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

So you insert the tubing inside the dipstick...

So you insert the tubing inside the dipstick tube? I hose clamp my 3/4 i.d. clear flexible hose over the dipstick tube.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-30-2012, 05:41 PM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

The engine will not know the difference but I...

The engine will not know the difference but I will. :rolleyes: Less mess, less work, more enjoyable. How's that for a come back? :D

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-30-2012, 02:54 PM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

Correct me if I am wrong but I think the FSM oil...

Correct me if I am wrong but I think the FSM oil drain method is to use a top sider.

The first time I used one, I took the drain plug out afterwards to make sure I got all the oil out. I was...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-30-2012, 02:49 PM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

Yeah, cheap and easy to make and works great. I...

Yeah, cheap and easy to make and works great. I use the hose clamp pliers as a valve to build up vacuum, then take pliers off and away it sucks.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-30-2012, 02:19 PM

Replies: 24

OT Topsider refurb

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Posted By funola

I just upgraded mine to a bigger size tank and...

I just upgraded mine to a bigger size tank and larger diameter hose (from 3/8 to 3/4). 3/4" sucks as well as drain much faster then 3/8.

The 3/4 clear hose I used is thick wall (1/8") and I...

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