3.8L OMC Oil Change Question

[Tregaskis]

Well, its time for the first oil change on my twin 3.8L V-6 Stringers. I plan on using a vacuum suction unit. Before I purchase said unit, I just need to know if the oil dipstick on the OMC 3.8L will allow the 1/4' tubing to go all the way into the crankcase. I read some posts warning that some dipsticks had indentations that prevented this. I have been unable to find one of the old style OMC pumps that had the hose fitting that screws directly onto the dipstick.
Thanks
Greg

 

[bruceb58]

Re: 3.8L OMC Oil Change Question

Those pumps with the hose fitting are available everywhere. They still use those fittings on new Volvo engines.

here is one:

Jabsco 34060-0130

http://www.amazon.com/Jabsco-34060-0130-Marine-Engine-Diameter/dp/B000O8F0SU

Most of the vacuum types also come with the hose adapter or you can make your own adapter with parts from the hardware store. I would never use the tube down the dipstick if you have the fitting at the top.

Hope this helps.