So there you have it, SmithIns -- the usual "consensus" on what to buy:

1. Get a Topsider. It's obviously superior, since it's made of metal and will last a long time (but it uses parts designed for other uses, and the tubes may collapse);

2. Get a LiquiVac or MightyVac since they are clearly better since they are designed expressly for oil extraction (but are plastic...)

3. Get a Pela extractor, which is also clearly better since it's clear (but it only holds 6 liters, not enough for the V8s, at least);

OR

4. Drain the oil the old-fashioned way, from below, which is certainly the only way to go since it allows you to check out the undercarriage while you're down there.


Seriously, take your pick -- can't go too far wrong no matter which you choose, despite all of our strongly held opinions...

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Steve
'93 400E