UPR or any kind of drain plug replacement recommendation?

[QuickRick]

Guys,

I tried t search all the forums for oil plugs specifically but found nothing. What is the recommendation and where can I find it? Anything that doesn't spill all over would be a plus for this cheap yellow plug.

Thanks in advance,

QuickRick

 

[AggieSVT]

I have this one on my ST and my wife’s Bronco Sport -

https://roninfactory.com/products/ford-f150-raptor-oil-drain-ronin-factory

 

[GearHead_1]

UPR has been great for me. They have recently introduced a new design for the 3.0, I'd give it a shot if I weren't already happy with what I have.

https://www.uprproducts.com/ford-vehicles/ford-suv/2020-2022-ford-explorer-st/

 

[QuickRick]

Thanks Guys!

 

[QuickRick]

I forgot to ask both of you with Ronin or UPR do oil changers get confused or loose your parts/accessories?
I usually will do my own but curious if you’d had issues?

QR

 

[GearHead_1]

I change my own but have wondered the same thing. These products aren't difficult, but who knows what kind of talent might be under your vehicle at an oil change shop.

 

[AggieSVT]

I forgot to ask both of you with Ronin or UPR do oil changers get confused or loose your parts/accessories?
I usually will do my own but curious if you’d had issues?

QR

I also do all of my own oil changes. However, I do keep the part to open the flow of oil in my glovebox on the off chance at the dealer they have to drain it.

 

[STeiner]

Pro-Tip:I use the extraction method and bypass messing with the oil plug at all, or having to get dirty under the vehicle. These vehicles have the oil filter located on top and the entire oil change can be done right there. There are plenty of youtube videos showing the process. You will need to buy a $60 oil extraction pump one time. But honestly, after using this method, I'll never go under my Explorer again for an oil change. No plug to mess with, no underbody shield to remove, no possibly damaging our plastic oil pans, and no mess underneath.
Many european cars use this method as well, that's why they located the oil filter on top. You never need to go underneath to change the oil. It's just safer and cleaner.
Now, here's the only drawback. Since you are extracting the oil from the top, through the oil check tube, you will not be able to remove every drop of oil. But it really doesnt matter, you can get 99.9% of the oil out, and if you're worried about any debris left in the pan, well, that's what oil filters are for.
Search "Explorer oil extraction on Youtube for videos showing this method. I can change my oil in 15min, with no mess, without going under the vehicle or even touching the drain plug. Below is an image of my 23 ST and the extraction pump I got on eBay for $60. I plan on using the same method on my new 25 when it needs it's first oil change. The oil plug on my 25 will never be touched.

 

[GearHead_1]

Pro tip? No offense intended. I suppose if all you are doing is dropping the oil and spinning a filter in, it'll do.

I view "oil change time" to be so much more than just an oil exchange. Yeah, it takes me over an hour, but this is the time to rotate tires, check brakes, check for leaks, lube grease zerks on vehicles that have them, shake rattle and roll the suspension components to make sure things are tight, check diff/transfer levels, check tire wear, and give an eye to all those things that are under the vehicle.

Heck, I even view this as a good time to clean and seal the barrels of the wheels while rotating tires and clean things on the underbody. Simply can't be done standing over the engine bay.

I'm not knocking this extraction method, but if I'm worried about the mess (I don't make) or getting a little dirty... well... I'm just not. There is no mess with one of the valves discussed above. You can drop the oil and never spill a drop. Yeah, you have to empty the pan back in to the oil containers, but you're doing that either way.

I have a pneumatic extraction tank, I've used it a couple of times on vehicles, I used it a lot when helping my Dad with his small engine business. He's gone now, but the truth is it just sits. I just look at this oil change method as the only or a regular means as, opportunity lost.

 

[STeiner]

Pro tip? No offense intended. I suppose if all you are doing is dropping the oil and spinning a filter in, it'll do.

Never said anywhere the extraction method replaces preventative maintenance. But in this case, where after market parts had to be created because Ford used ridiculous plastic oil plugs and plastic oil pans, it's certainly a "helpful" tip.