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After several calls & email left not responded.
Pricey part for pricey cars I guess.
I suggest this is the way to go for those who want this part.
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Anybody having problems with their MityVac?
I can get mine to suck as long as I'm pumping but I thought that once you got the oil flowing it would continue until it filled up the container.
At one time, I did overfill the MityVac and I think that's when my problem started.
I can get mine to suck as long as I'm pumping but I thought that once you got the oil flowing it would continue until it filled up the container.
At one time, I did overfill the MityVac and I think that's when my problem started.
Please make sure that tube is tight sealed in there in that receptor.
I have to physically use my hand to lift the tube in that area to keep the seal while concurrently the suction is ongoing.
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...I've had good luck with the 7201 mityvac hand pump/evacuator, shown here:
http://www.mityvac.com/pages/products_fee.asp#07201
The small end of the Adaptor is about 10mm (.39") OD, and the largest tube that came with the 7201 is .41" . So just go to pep boys and get some low pressure SAE30R7 3/8" fuel hose. Use about 3" ... Nice snug fit. Low pressure drop allows highest flow (none of the Mityvac transitions are used) .
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1) Which end of the adapter goes into the dipstick tube?
2) What do you mean use 3"?
3) Does the 3/8" fuel hose fit straight into the Mityvac plug with no issue?
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Kevink2 - thanks for the info on this...finally got the adapter for my Mityvac 7201. haven't had a chance to work with it yet but a couple of Questions:
1) Which end of the adapter goes into the dipstick tube?
2) What do you mean use 3"?
3) Does the 3/8" fuel hose fit straight into the Mityvac plug with no issue?
1) Which end of the adapter goes into the dipstick tube?
2) What do you mean use 3"?
3) Does the 3/8" fuel hose fit straight into the Mityvac plug with no issue?
2) I was assuming, using the largest plastic tube from the Mitivac (.41" OD), that it (the tubing) would be long enough to reach the dip-tube. The 3", 3/8" low pressure fuel hose, was just to act as a coupler between the end of the tube, and the aluminum adaptor. Test this out, and use more than 3" of fuel hose if necessary.
3) As noted above, the largest Mityvac tube goes in there.
remember to get engine fully heated ( drive agressively safely for about 10+ minutes) or do it when you get back from a purposed drive.
Also note it can be difficuly to remove the Mityvac top to empty canister ... you have the option of pumping the old oil out to a transfer jug of choice.
And, you can dry fit the fuel hose to the small end of the adaptor with small o-ring still on adaptor. Just don't let hose get super cold and stiff.
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I have found that the tube that is connected to the MityVac itself pulls itself down & loose creating a leak or non-seal thus not creating adequate vacuum. You can actually hear a hiss sometimes.
Please make sure that tube is tight sealed in there in that receptor.
I have to physically use my hand to lift the tube in that area to keep the seal while concurrently the suction is ongoing.
Please make sure that tube is tight sealed in there in that receptor.
I have to physically use my hand to lift the tube in that area to keep the seal while concurrently the suction is ongoing.
I'd 1st pull the tube and cut off the end (at same angle as original end) ... mark for cut where it is 1st exiting the fitting. If that does not work, call Mityvac and ask for a replacement for the bad fitting ... I'd expect them to senf it for free. And go for new large tubing.
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I'd 1st pull the tube and cut off the end (at same angle as original end) ... mark for cut where it is 1st exiting the fitting. If that does not work, call Mityvac and ask for a replacement for the bad fitting ... I'd expect them to senf it for free. And go for new large tubing.
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So not sure what cutting off the end would do?
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1) The big end (left end in pic)
2) I was assuming, using the largest plastic tube from the Mitivac (.41" OD), that it (the tubing) would be long enough to reach the dip-tube. The 3", 3/8" low pressure fuel hose, was just to act as a coupler between the end of the tube, and the aluminum adaptor. Test this out, and use more than 3" of fuel hose if necessary.
3) As noted above, the largest Mityvac tube goes in there.
remember to get engine fully heated ( drive agressively safely for about 10+ minutes) or do it when you get back from a purposed drive.
Also note it can be difficuly to remove the Mityvac top to empty canister ... you have the option of pumping the old oil out to a transfer jug of choice.
And, you can dry fit the fuel hose to the small end of the adaptor with small o-ring still on adaptor. Just don't let hose get super cold and stiff.
.
2) I was assuming, using the largest plastic tube from the Mitivac (.41" OD), that it (the tubing) would be long enough to reach the dip-tube. The 3", 3/8" low pressure fuel hose, was just to act as a coupler between the end of the tube, and the aluminum adaptor. Test this out, and use more than 3" of fuel hose if necessary.
3) As noted above, the largest Mityvac tube goes in there.
remember to get engine fully heated ( drive agressively safely for about 10+ minutes) or do it when you get back from a purposed drive.
Also note it can be difficuly to remove the Mityvac top to empty canister ... you have the option of pumping the old oil out to a transfer jug of choice.
And, you can dry fit the fuel hose to the small end of the adaptor with small o-ring still on adaptor. Just don't let hose get super cold and stiff.
.
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Hello to all. I have a quick question....so can you service your MB yourself? I have a family friend that works on Lambos for people and some very hot exotics..and he told me that as long as you go by the book and keep all service records from him, that won't void the warranty...is that correct??
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Me, again. I have read, re-read, and so on the Owner's manual for my 2008 C300 4matic Sport, and it mentions the "combination filter". Can someone help this poor lost soul out by telling me what the heck the combination filter is? Thanks for your help.
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I guess because I don't know any better. Would you be kind enough and tell me what kind of pump I need to do it that way? or if there is a thread if you can direct me that way. I would very much appreciate it. I just cant do the $280 oil and $130 Air Filter charge any more at the dealer
Thank you so much for your help in advance
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Thank you so much for your help in advance
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Mine is still working as required after 10 years with two cars. Holds eight quarts+.
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Yes, in a nutshell it's correct. Car mfg cannot force you to have maintenance done exclusively at their dealer network. It would be illegal if they did.
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That connection should not leak. It could be the push-in fitting on the tank is worn out, or the tubing at the end has slightly distorted .... that could be fixed by cutting off the last inch to create a new part of the tubing to push into the fitting.
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The first time I changed my oil I got a stock filter from MB. This time around I just got one from AutoZone the Mobil1 brand. Should I use it or return it and get the stock one from MB again? I dont know the differences between the two if one is better then the other? Thanks..
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The first time I changed my oil I got a stock filter from MB. This time around I just got one from AutoZone the Mobil1 brand. Should I use it or return it and get the stock one from MB again? I dont know the differences between the two if one is better then the other? Thanks..
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The first time I changed my oil I got a stock filter from MB. This time around I just got one from AutoZone the Mobil1 brand. Should I use it or return it and get the stock one from MB again? I dont know the differences between the two if one is better then the other? Thanks..
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MB -- fleece-oil-filter
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Yeah I ended up taking it back and went to MB and got a factory one.
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I still got it for less then that. I use to work the MB dealer by me, and I know the parts manager very well so I still get the discount. I also picked up the cabin filter from them. Normal price was around $75, I got it for $30.
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The last cabin filter I bought from autohausaz was $18.80. My dealer gets $62 for the same filter.
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Just did my 40k mile oil change. Got the mann-fleece filter for $10.87 including shipping from a 3rd party Amazon seller including shipping. Same OE product, same filter and o-rings I always got for more money. The supplier even through in a 10% off coupon on future purchases. Can't complain.
Sneaky enough, my cabin air-filter and engine air filters were free. Just don't ask me how!
Sneaky enough, my cabin air-filter and engine air filters were free. Just don't ask me how!
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I get mine at Walmart, Mobil 1 0w-40 is like $6.47 everyday. Not too bad, my dealer DEFINITELY doesn't sell for the $6.25 you get, more like $8.50-$9. I also pick up from Advance Auto Parts occasionally, they seem to run a bunch of promotions and the last time I bought from them I got like 20 quarts at just about $5/quart...
