Upgrade that Yellow Oil Drain Valve on a Husqvarna / Briggs Engine

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The yellow drain valve and accompanying tube that comes with Husqvarna Lawn Tractors (and others) Briggs and Stratton engines is difficult to operate, leaks, gets loose easily and is generally a problem to use. I'll show you how to replace that valve with a few pieces of pipe so that you can throw the valve and the vinyl tube away. This makes changing the oil much easier, cleaner and simpler. I'm using a YTH22V46 lawn tractor. Here's what you need to upgrade this tractor:
1pc 3/8" x 3-1/2" pipe nipple amzn.to/2lxxwCf
1pc 3/8" x 2-1/2" pipe nipple amzn.to/3uYOqxG
1pc 3/8" pipe elbow amzn.to/2lzg5Bj
1pc 3/8" cap amzn.to/2lzO5gX
PTFE (teflon tape) or pipe thread sealant amzn.to/2lzODU3
Thanks for watching, please leave comments and questions below!
Dennis Coffey
Husqvarna YTH22V46 Lawn Tractor
Oil Change Yellow Valve Upgrade Replace
Oil Change Husqvarna

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@alexw9910 3 года назад

Thank you!!!! Their design from the factory is terrible. Leaks more oil in my garage than a Harley Davidson :)

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

I agree, Alex! I really dislike that yellow valve. Thanks for watching!

@railroad9000 5 месяцев назад

I only have the plug in the base of the block with the plastic oil drain extension. This and the yellow drain "thing" are NOT the best idea from B&S!

@claiborneeastjr4129 2 месяца назад

Good fix. I've never trusted those plastic drain plugs that you twist and turn. They might come loose during mowing and spill your oil. I just replace with a simple plug, but your solution is much better.

@dwcoffey 2 месяца назад

Thank you for watching!!

@spresc2180 6 лет назад

I have done this with home power equipment to enable cleaner changes. I prefer bronze to get THAT look. A little pricier, but I like that look enough to do that. No rust ever. To each his own. I use pipe dope and wipe off excess for a neat look. I agree that Husqvarna messed up with that plastic pos drain.

@dwcoffey 6 лет назад

Great ideas Sam! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

@thurm101 5 лет назад

Hey Sam how’s your bronze setup? Going to be doing this soon and need to know my options.

@moto-fl3rd 4 года назад

How well does bronze react with aluminum?

@robertleonard266 5 месяцев назад

I almost ordered the OEM replacement part, thinking that's what I needed. Your thinking outside the box makes so much better sense. Thank you for taking time to make this video.

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

Thank you for watching, Robert!

@nicoleh3975 3 года назад

A local dealer suggested replacing our quick drain with this set up. I was actually searching on how to remove the quick drain, because of the location it's hard to get off. Then I stumbled across your video. Very simple to do and I appreciate the list of materials needed. Thanks for the video.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Nicole! It is so much easier to change the oil with this set up....and you don't have to worry about that yellow valve leaking (a common problem) Thanks!

@robertevans4721 2 года назад

You are a natural instructor. The way you explain your processes and demonstrate them as you go makes this work seem so easy. I've watched 3 of your videos and saved them all. Please keep doing what you are doing. Thank you, Mr. Coffey.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thank you so much Robert! I really appreciate your comment, seriously. Thanks for watching!

@deereater82663 5 лет назад

Thanks Dennis, this was the best thing I could do for my Husqvarna. Thanks for the video - Absolutely a must for this engine! Great job. Just did mine last week and was amazed how easy it was and couldn't understand why they didn't do this in the first place.

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching!! I agree....that little yellow valve made me fuss every time I changed the oil. Now I have no issues and the oil change goes a lot smoother!

@uniquernbmaddox 3 года назад

Maybe Husqvarna should let you design the next lawn mower thanks for the video

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

LOL! right? Thanks for watching!

@railroad9000 5 месяцев назад

Just ordered the parts for my brand new Craftsman T110. Going to install after the break-in periods oil change.

@dwcoffey 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for watching!

@10832894 3 года назад

Watched your video , got the Galvanized pipe did the conversion. 3/8 pipe on my 19 horse Briggs in my Areiens yard tractor, can’t believe how this simple conversion works , thanks for sharing !🚜

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

That's great! I think galv pipe works much better than the black pipe I used on this first one of mine. Thanks for watching!

@thatdad8305 6 месяцев назад

Have A CuB Cadet…!!! Same Issue…!!! Thank You…!!! My Head Is Spinning With Ideas…!!!

@dwcoffey 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@goldriderlc 6 месяцев назад

Good idea.I have changed oil on everything I own and I've never made such a mess as the time I changed the oil on my YTH 24V48

@scottgarber4558 6 месяцев назад

Me too, the damn thing comes loose from the block!

@dwcoffey 6 месяцев назад

Those yellow drain valves are the devil! Thanks for watching!

@bradleymoyer5236 5 месяцев назад

@@dwcoffey so all i need is 3/8 threads because im looking everywhere for replacement plugs and cant find anything it keep giving me these valve plugs. hate em, poor design. i dont need the set up you have im just gonna plug it straight at the block. i have a trick i use to get the oil where i want it (just a cut out dixie cup works great)

@jayjenkins4721 5 лет назад

Oh heck yeah! So glad I found this video! My wife's Craftsman 26hp Kohler High Performance Pro V-Twin was leaking oil and we weren't sure why. Today I pressure washed it so I could take a peek and found the dumb "easy" oil change valve was leaking. Luckily, since I didn't pay close attention that this video was for a Briggs engine, they have the same sized oil plugs. Was going to be two days from Amazon to get a new valve, but I saw this video, went to my farm store, bought the same pieces you have, and had it put together in about 10 minutes. Super easy, and a great hack to get away from those cheap oil change valves. Thanks man!

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks Jay! I'm glad it worked out, and yea, I really like this arrangement better than those leaky valves. Thanks for watching!

@johnreinburg859 6 лет назад

Thanks Dennis, the yellow cap is very irritating! Husqvarna should have designed the oil drain plug like you showed your subscribers. This is a very helpful tip.

@dwcoffey 6 лет назад

Thank you John! I appreciate your kind words, and I agree!! Thanks for watching.

@PaulAnthonyFumea 4 месяца назад

Hello Dennis,,,,,excellent job on this 3/8in. drain video. I love all your videos plus you do a great job at instructing them. Keep doing what you're doing brother.

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

Thank you so much, Paul! I appreciate the kind comment and thanks for watching!

@stacyh65 4 года назад

Dennis, it's been a year and I'm about to attempt this, my question is, since you e done this have you had any engine problems or any leaks?

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! No problems at all. I used black pipe for this mod....the only thing I'd do different is use galv pipe instead. It stays cleaner and won't rust on the surface.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

@household hacks: Thank you for watching and for your suggestions. The galvanized pipe is not a problem...galvanizing won't just flake off. Zinc galv forms a chemical/metallurgical bond between itself and the steel substrate. As zinc galv is exposed, it goes thru a series of reactions with the environment and forms an outer coating of insoluble zinc oxides/carbonates which is chemically and mechanically stable. Zinc is also much heavier than motor oil. Motor oil weighs about 8 lbs per gallon. Zinc weighs about 60 lbs per gallon, so it will not be buoyant in motor oil. Now, I agree, that if zinc fines were present, they would be suspended in flowing oil, but there's no reason to believe zinc fines would be present, given the way galvanized pipe works. If for some reason, fines were present, the oil filter would do it's job and filter out those fines as they would be suspended in the flowing oil. If somebody wanted to paint the black pipe, I'd recommend high temp paint over nail polish, just for longevity's sake if nothing else. And finally, I agree a ball valve at the end would be a nice feature....only one word of caution though....you have to be sure that the valve can't get accidentally opened by running through brush etc. A person could have an accidental oil dump and run their engine dry if the valve lever got snagged and opened while running. If the valve can be turned so that the lever can't be snagged etc, I think that would be a great addition! Thanks again, I appreciate you watching and sharing!

@daddyslittlejunkies 5 лет назад

Thanks for the info Dennis. Much appreciated. Lowes Item #/Model #/Current Online price for the pipe/cap parts Dennis listed. 1pc 3/8" x 2-1/2" pipe nipple $1.88 Item # 65807 Model # 20303 1pc 3/8" x 3-1/2" pipe nipple $2.08 Item # 68965 Model # 20305 1pc 3/8" pipe elbow $2.28 Item # 28037 Model # 70002 1pc 3/8" cap $1.98 Item # 28034 Model # 70802

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thank you Brian! I appreciate you watching and thanks for the parts list too!

@talclipse 4 года назад

Awesome work man! Thanks for doing the footwork.i was trying to use Lowe's and home Depot site to find the parts,but they won't show up without the part #'s.

@philliphall5198 Год назад

I like the hose type and can put in drains pan

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching, Phillip!

@KStewart-th4sk 4 года назад

Putting this here hoping you see it. You had given someone a reply saying the threads were NPS. Are you certain they are NPS threads and not NPT? The pipes you were using are NPT (at least look tapered, hard to see in video for sure) which are tapered threads NOT straight threads hence pipe tape or sealant. I am quite certain if they were straight threads you would have a sealing ring on a different style of plug. Although i see you had a drain valve installed--- did not appear to have a sealing ring which makes me think it would be NPT. Both styles are the same thread pitch BUT the NPT are a tapered thread not straight. I would like to know for certain. Is it 3/8 NPS or 3/8 NPT? Thanks. Really annoying was able to make out a part # on your package, went to site and EVEN THERE they never said what type of thread. Usually the nipples you used are NPT which is what surprised me when you said NPS. National Pipe Straight as opposed to National Pipe Tapered (NPT).

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Yes, you are correct, thanks for pointing out my error in the other reply. I've since edited it it. I think the threads on the original valve were NPS, but the nipples and fittings I used to replace the valve with are NPT. Thanks for watching!

@karguy1720 4 месяца назад

I don't agree with the viewer suggestion to add a drain cock. I've had bushes catch my tractor controls and change the deck height and move the throttle lever. A drain cock could be easily opened by a bush branch. You'd wouldn't know it until all of the oil drained onto your lawn, and the engine seized. The drain cap is far more secure,

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

I agree with this. A drain cock would be easier to change the oil, but I think adds way too much risk of accidentally opening and draining the oil out by mistake. Thanks for watching!!

@DrumPeearl 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for this really helpful video! What is the difference between the 2 pipe nipple on the description? One is $4 while the other brand is $11. Thanks!

@dwcoffey 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching and thanks for pointing that out! I think they must have changed the price on the 2-1/2" nipple since I posted this. I found a more reasonable priced one: amzn.to/3uYOqxG

@mikelunsford2587 2 года назад

I just found one of these pipes on my mower I just bought. Didn't know what the heck happened. I thought an oil filter was supposed to go there, but it's just a drain extender. Duh

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Mike!

@DayClanTribe 4 года назад

I like doing this but I omit the down-pipe & cap and simply put as square drive plug in the elbow for a simple open end wrench solid bite easy removal.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching!! I love square drive stuff. almost all the screws I use in my woodshop are square drive. You can't beat the bite! I included the elbow and down pipe to clear that plastic cowling more than anything. I agree with you, could've just used a bit longer pipe out of the block and capped it. Thanks for sharing the idea!

@thurm101 5 лет назад

Thank you so much!!!! I will be doing this I am tired of making a mess when changing the oil.

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching! I love having mine setup with this.

@rickspriggs2176 3 года назад

@@dwcoffey I used a zip tie for that rivet hole for a while but just let it fly now.

@michellemeneskie3150 2 года назад

Would this setup work for my YTH24V48 Husky?

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Michelle! Yes, it should be the same.

@petepete6912 2 года назад

You could eliminate the elbow and the 2-1/2'"nipple and just put the cap on the 3-1/2 " pipe, or better yet, use a 4" instead of 3'1/2". That way you could just make a hole in the plastic shroud for the pipe to go through and you could still use the lower attachment clip for the shroud.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Great idea! Thanks for watching, Pete!

@rickeverly2919 4 месяца назад

Great information!!!

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

Thank you for watching, Rick!

@pulliamrn 4 года назад

Just use the turn down and a pipe plug with a square head. Shorter but much easier.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

I think that would work just fine! I added the extra nipple to be sure I could drain it without getting oil on the frame. But I think you are right, could probably do without it.

@philliphall5198 2 месяца назад

These yellow valves have caused a lot of engine failure over the years and they AllWAYS get lose and leak 😢😢😢

@dwcoffey 2 месяца назад

I completely agree, Phillip! Thank you for watching!

@jasondonald2028 5 лет назад

Great idea. The yellow valve on mine spun loose last year and dumped the oil and was a total booger to get in there to retighten. Going to order pipe parts right now!

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks Jason, I appreciate you watching. Yes, I got aggravated with that yellow valve one time too many haha. It's much easier to change with the pipe on there....if you want to get real fancy, get a valve to fit the end of the pipe and you can open it to drain and close it to fill.

@jasondonald2028 5 лет назад

Follow up question: Have you had a problem with yours coming loose after this video? Mine lasted about three months and BAM! Popped loose one day and bent the heck out of the threads. Luckily, the threads on the motor weren’t damaged.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

I have not had any problem with mine coming loose or leaking, Jason.

@raylouis Год назад

Cub Cadet used the same plastic valve (2017 Model)

@dwcoffey Год назад

I've heard that. I suppose the engines are delivered to the mower manufacturers with that valve on them. Thanks for watching!

@stellawilliams9004 2 года назад

Thank you!!! You are a blessing!!! Love this!!! I changed the oil in the mower and I had a huge mess because I could not get the yellow plug to turn and the whole thing came out of the bottom of the motor and oil everywhere. I hate the design. You bet your bottom dollar I will be putting this to work. Thank you for sharing!!!

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Stella! That's exactly what prompted me to get rid of that yellow drain valve! I used black pipe for my mod, but I'd suggest spending the extra little bit to get galvanized pipe. It won't rust and will look better for much longer.

@brentmcmahon8188 Год назад

You need be careful on how much Teflon pipe tape you put on , because I have seen people use much and crake their fitting and I use pipe dope most of the time .

@dwcoffey Год назад

Good point! Thanks for watching, Brent!

@rlr4294 2 года назад

Will This Void the Manufacture warranty (yes) I have a three year on Mine at purchase .

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

I don't know, but I probably would not do this if I was concerned about warranty coverage. Thanks for watching!

@davidsteiner6270 2 года назад

Explaining everything simple....thank you Dennis...

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thank you for watching, David!

@davepillow8478 12 дней назад

I just watched your video. I have a question about this. I noticed there’s not a lot of room between the 3 1/2”nipple from the block and the frame of the mower. Does the motor twist on the frame from the torque of it? I’m afraid that it might break the nipple and cause more problems. Thank you for your advice.

@dwcoffey День назад

Thanks for watching, Dave! Since the engine is directly bolted to the frame, there's no movement between the two of them so no risk to the nipple. I've not had a bit of trouble with this since installing several years ago.

@davepillow8478 День назад

@@dwcoffey thanks for the feedback.

@randoliof Год назад

Your videos have been a life saver as I've worked on my mower! Definitely doing this to my mower on the next oil change

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@eh5108 Год назад

Hi.i have question?????? can I use the first piece and the last piece( the Nipple 3/8 inchx2 1/2+fitting cap).OR should be use the four pieces you use it. For the oil drain valve. Thanks professional man

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching! You could just use the first and last piece.....should work just fine.

@eh5108 Год назад

@@dwcoffey thanks so much for the awesome video and your explanation to me.

@thomasforrester370 11 месяцев назад

Would this work on a husqvarna yth 24v48

@dwcoffey 10 месяцев назад

IF you have the Briggs V-twin engine, yes, it should be the same. Thank you for watching!

@ronniemartin8540 5 месяцев назад

Great video. Doubles over to older cub cadets

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

I think Briggs must have used these on almost all models of mower engines. Thanks for watching!!

@1888CHAD8881 Год назад

Awesome video, i have been making a boat out of tin foil. Poor design for sure.

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thank you for watching!

@greenbudzzz Год назад

Would it be better to use brass tubing to keep from messing up the blocks threads?

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching! If you can fine brass threaded brass tubing, I don't see any reason it wouldn't work. But steel pipe won't hurt the block threads either, as long as you thread the pipe in correctly.

@capn14 10 месяцев назад

I KNEW Dennis would have a solution to this problem for me.

@dwcoffey 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for watching!

@David-yh5po 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing this video with us. I will do this for sure. I don't like the yellow valve it a problem for me. I broke it the first time I changed my oil. I have a 24 horse power and 54inches cut .

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, David! Yes, I really dislike those little yellow valves. I've been happy with this mod on mine.

@billssmithy7352 2 года назад

Note you got the cowling off but left the plastic retainer button in place.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

The heads on those plastic retainer buttons are fairly thin plastic, so after just a couple of times pulling them out, the heads just bend when removing the cowling. Thanks for watching!

@scruff1026 Год назад

Just changed to oil in mine for the 1st time since I was gifted this mower last year. Ever since getting oil back into it I noticed oil blowing out where the dipstick goes. I got to investigating cause I noticed bubble in the oil after check the level. Any ides what is causing this?? I'm pretty sure it didn't do this before I changed the oil. I just cant find anything wrong and it runs fine.

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thank you for watching! Normally this would indicate there is too much oil in the engine.

@scruff1026 Год назад

@@dwcoffey Thanks I hope this is the case. I put in 48ozs which seemed to be what it call for from what I had looked up. Like I said seems to be running fine other than that. Thanks again!

@gary44444444 3 года назад

Great idea and video Dennis! I just happened across this video after changing my oil last night. Wish I had seen it before so I wouldn't have gotten in trouble from my wife after getting oil on my driveway. I'm buying the parts tonight so I can install it on the next oil change. Also-who actually can find their clear drain hose that came with the mower? I must have lost mine in 2017 the week after buying my Husqvarna! LOL

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Glad this helped! Thank you for watching, Gary!

@truenorthny 4 года назад

Thanks, I'm going to the hardware store today. I hate that dang yellow valve.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! I do too! Leaky valves should not be used on an engine! :)

@jerrymontalbano3222 3 года назад

Couldn't you just use a longer length of the 3/8 pipe coming out of the drain hole into the existing hole (even if one makes the hole a little bit larger? Or perhaps use a "reducer" to narrow down the pipe at the hole and get a smaller end cap to fit the reduced pipe? Or is it, that a little bit longer will hit the tire when it is turned in that direction. I'm curious.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Jerry! Yes, you could definitely do that. I just used what I had on hand.

@chucklantz4956 3 года назад

Great vid!! Thanks. I've got the 750cc dual OHC 24HP Briggs engine with same config as what Dennis demos. In my case, I didn't have to mess with the cowling. So I simply took a 4" galvanized nipple and put the end cap on it. BTW, never use brass nipple going into aluminum. Galvanized is OK so long as the galvanic coating is solid. The metallurgical guys would also not advise putting a steel nipple into aluminum. Dennis may want to provide an opinion on this. But his vid is great and well appreciated.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Chuck! Very good points. The electrical potential difference between two given metals is what causes corrosion/deposition issues. Interestingly enough, the electrical potential difference between aluminum vs steel and aluminum vs zinc is almost the same (albeit in different directions). So, there will always be some issues with dissimilar metals, but the nice thing about this application is that there's not much difference whether you use galv or black pipe (I'd recommend galvanized - I used black pipe because that's what I had on hand, but it doesn't look as nice). If you wipe the pipe with your oil rag when you're done with the oil change, any deposition or corrosion will be nearly zero unless you are in a very harsh environment (constant salt water exposure, etc).

@joesphbaumgardner4579 2 года назад

For 3 years I have battled my oil change. Have trashed under frame and new MTD belt with oil. I am at my end on all this. My issue is a little differ. I have a Briggs 17.5 on a 2008 Yard Machine mower. Drain sits in same spot BUT like alot of these mowers is the dreaded tire rod. The rod sticks out side of frame just a tad. Goes cross from and right cross drain way to right tire. Needless to say the rod is in the way for a pipe. I need a pipe out drain not even half long as yours. A 90 from there abd pipe over. Another 90 and pipe out to end of frame. From there a 90, a pipe and cap. Now I spent about 3 hrs in Lowes with detailed info and photos with pipe sec. They tell me they do not sell that pipe that short out drain. Nor can they cut a pipe. That the pipe has to be so long to cut and add thread and machine won't cut and thread that short. Soooo... I wanted to pipe but no go. I'm looking at Briggs part- 1723165SM as a thought now. The hose.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Joseph! What about flexible tubing and a petcock in the end of it? Would that work for your mower?

@davidstubbs3314 4 года назад

Can you do one on a valve cover gasket my Koehler engine leaks

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, David! I'm sorry, but I don't have anything with a Kohler engine.

@leerilea1709 5 лет назад

Wish I had seen this 4 years ago! I know what I'm doing next season lol. Thanks!

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Lee! I'm glad I did this to mine....makes the oil change a lot easier!

@KianaShalix Год назад

Can anyone let me know if you are concerned about the steel being inside the aluminum block? Would that not cause it to corrode?

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching! Stainless steel and aluminum do not make good companions due to galvanic corrosion. Steel or galvanized steel pipe as used here don't pose much of a galvanic problem and it would be unusual to see any noticeable corrosion. If you put some PTFE tape on the threads going into the block, it will even further reduce any likelihood of corrosion.

@KianaShalix Год назад

@@dwcoffey Awesome Thank you! I am making a drain for my Husq snow blower because they don't make one from the side drain.

@mikezupancic2182 4 года назад

One tip for people doing this. When you are working with these pipe threads, do not try to grab it on any threaded end with your fingers or hand and turn it. The thread swill dig into your skin and you will wind up with a dozen little cuts on your fingers from the threads.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Good point!! Thanks for watching, Mike!

@quantumfixits7574 4 года назад

Yeah Dennis...good mod.Think I will do the same to my Poulan Pro...come on Spring (miss riding around cutting my grass drinking lemonade! :)

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! Yea, I have to admit....I'm looking froward to cutting some grass!

@jimspragg417 4 года назад

Fantastic fix!.... I decided to go the galvanized route since my mower is garage kept and I was not concerned about rust issues. I had plenty of thread tape on hand, so my only expense was the galvanized pipe nipples, pipe elbow and cap....$10.25 total at my local Ace Hardware! Thank you for sharing this fix.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, Jim! Nice!! In hindsight, I wish I had used galv pipe. no rust and just looks better. The black pipe is still better than that terrible yellow valve. haha!! Thanks!

@talclipse 4 года назад

I have a 2009 Craftsman gt5000,and my mower needed a 4" 3/8" nipple coming from the motor. I also found a 3/8" 90° elbow at lowes that already had a nipple on one end,so I only needed 3 parts for this mod. Costs about $7-9 at Lowe's in total vs the $20ish those Amazon links wants.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

That's great! Yes, I think those parts will always be cheaper locally than online, but I include them for folks who don't have access to local hardware. Thanks so much for watching!

@Bravorod1 4 года назад

I did the same 3 parts on my 2006 Craftsman YS4500, used the 4" nipple. No hood modification needed.

@IntenseVisuals 5 месяцев назад

Had this one on my to-do list for a couple years and just got it done! Thanks Dennis!

@dwcoffey 5 месяцев назад

Great, I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching!

@Ebikelover 5 лет назад

Nice idea couldn't you use a close nipple and a ball valve instead of the cap to make it even easier to drain it ?

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Jesse! Yes sir....I'm just a cheapskate and didn't want to spring for a valve. I think ultimately, that would be a better set up and definitely less messy!

@circrna Месяц назад

Nice plumbing work.

@dwcoffey 20 дней назад

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

@joes6883 6 лет назад

Very Innovative Dennis. I will do that to mine as well. Got almost 30 hrs on mine now and it mows great. Still have the starting issue though it started without a glitch this last time. Very peculiar indeed.

@dwcoffey 6 лет назад

That is odd, Joe. I hope you get that starting problem figured out. Thank you for watching, I appreciate it!

@alwaysopen7970 5 лет назад

I bought a used 06 Craftsman with 22 hp B&S this summer and it is tough to start yesterday after mowing the 1/2 acre lawn. 255 hours.

@johnyoung5194 3 года назад

Thanks Dennis...super helpful videos! Do I really need the two engines cowls? I was thinking of removing them...

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks John! I appreciate you watching. No sir, those cowlings are marginally useful for keeping some debris from accumulating around the engine, and that's about it, as far as I can tell. Removing them would not hurt a thing.

@johnyoung5194 3 года назад

@@dwcoffey Thanks Dennis...please keep it up...your videos are super helpful to us novices!

@fredclanton6015 3 года назад

Does this also work for the Koehler engine?

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Fred! Yes sir, Kohler uses the same drain valve.

@jerrymontalbano3222 3 года назад

Thanks, Dennis. Your videos about your Husqvarna are superb, taking time to demonstrate and care for it. I would have used the short nipples and plugs idea, but I wasn't certain about putting holes in the side panels, when one of the tubes like the oil drain hoses like the Drainzit is available for about the same cost of the hardware of pipes, etc. (although a good idea in some cases). Once again, thanks for the videos as I've just bought the YTH18542 42 in. which is close and I can use the info given.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thank you Jerry! I appreciate you watching!

@iliaortho Год назад

How about little shut off valve at the end?

@dwcoffey Год назад

Great Idea!! Thanks for watching!

@lsbberean1224 2 года назад

I like putting a steel ball valve next to the elbow

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Great idea! Thanks for watching!

@musiccovertart4153 2 года назад

I used 3/8" x 3.5" black nipple, a 3/8" coupling, and a 3/8' square black iron plug No 90 angle or cap fitting which make the job look a bit too much like plumbing. The yellow drain contraption leaked while i was mowed the lawn and caused me to run with low oil.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Glad you got it replaced! Thanks for watching!

@marathoner43 Год назад

Great video Dennis! Question for the commenters: Has anyone tried it on the YTH18542 with the Briggs & Stratton 18.5 HP (model 33R7770005G1)? I have one, and like you, I don't like the yellow oil drain setup from the factory. Wondering about the sizing of the pieces to add a drain like Dennis did in this video.

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching! Sizes, etc should be the same.

@hippsgary 5 лет назад

Question: How does the teflon stand up to engine oil? Have you noticed it breaking down any? I may add a weld between the bottom nipple and elbow on the off chance it wants to unscrew when removing the plug, but this seems like it could be a perfect solution to their silly yellow, plastic plug. Saved and subscribed.

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

I haven't had any issues at all with the teflon and oil reacting. I think a tack weld there is a great idea....thought about the same thing but just didn't do it. That would definitely prevent that lower nipple from backing out. Thanks for watching!

@CuriousKL 5 лет назад

Ganu76: Me too. Why not use permatec thread sealant. It will handle 500° and the oil.

@eh5108 Год назад

How you open the valve to change the oil

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching! I just unscrew the cap and let it drain.

@howellmiller428 5 лет назад

Why even put the coweling back?

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Howell. definitely not necessary....just for looks.

@gafaff Год назад

My old 3235 Cub Cadet with a 23hp Kohler twin has it sitting down on the bottom flange of the chassis C-channel, as opposed to on top with that Husky. It came with an elbow out of the sump pointing forward and an earlier version of that yellow valve, and it's been weeping oil for years. In my case I replaced it with a 1/4 turn ball valve. Wish I'd done that a long time ago.

@dwcoffey Год назад

Great idea! Thank you for watching!

@rustyknifer 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for posting this how to video! I did this modification this weekend. (April 2024) you are a genius & I appreciate that you shared your knowledge ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@dwcoffey 5 месяцев назад

I'm glad this helped!! Thank you very much for watching!

@thomastalley3139 Год назад

Great video, Thank yo

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching, Thomas!

@michaelbelluso 2 года назад

Big Thank You. 4 inch galvanized 3/8 " , 90 degree elbow, and one square ended plug. $5.29 total including tax. Yeah.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Nice!! Thanks for watching, Michael!

@TheFlatlander440 Год назад

I modded my Cub Cadet XT2 with the Kohler 26HP V Twin pretty much the same as you did. Only difference I used stainless steel 3/8 NPT pipe with a 90 degree elbow. Instead of using a extension and cap, I used a stainless steel 3/8 NPT mini ball valve. That way, I don't need a wrench to remove the cap and all I do is turn the vale 90 degrees and it drains perfectly. Thanks for the vid. Cheers!

@dwcoffey Год назад

After using black pipe for mine, I realized I should have used either galv or stainless. Glad you chose stainless, that will last longer and look better for sure. Using a ball valve concerned me a little because I cut out in the woods a lot and I was worried that some vine or brush would catch the ball valve handle and empty my engine oil! If I was only cutting in my lawn, I would definitely use your idea and put on a ball valve. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

@aaaron19 6 месяцев назад

do you have a parts list for this?

@sixsentsoldiers 2 года назад

I love my Craftsman T3000. The Black one. But its a shame to have to fix something that should have been done correctly from the manufacturer. Thank you for the video.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@JoeC-rw9fb Год назад

The ABSOLUTE BEST helpful video EVER. Make this change, DO IT, you’ll be happy you did. I used a hexagonal cap.THANK YOU!!!

@dwcoffey Год назад

Absolutely! Thank you for watching, Joe!! I appreciate it!!

@flowerpower20904 4 месяца назад

They definitely do keep that sprocket loose!! Mine loosened up, didnt notice that it had looeened and leaked out all my oil. Now I have a seized engine that wont turn 😢. Going to have to do an engine swap, and i will definitely be changing to this setup instead!! Thank you for your videos!

@dwcoffey 4 месяца назад

Oh, wow, that stinks! I am definitely not a fan of those yellow drain valves and this is one of the reasons why. Thank you so much for watching! I hope all goes well with the engine swap.

@deborahanndonahue1900 2 года назад

Dennis thank you for the class on changing the yellow drain valve but I have a problem how do you detect and fix a oil leak .I appreciate your answer. Thank You.

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Deborah! Best way is to clean everything on and around the engine. You may be able to find the leak if it sits for a day or two. If not, you may have to run the engine for a few minutes to find it.

@thomasforrester370 11 месяцев назад

That's a good idea,going to do this on my husqvarna 24v48 with a 24hp Briggs and Stratton engine cause I hate having to keep up with the drain hose and cleaning the hose every time before you use it.

@dwcoffey 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for watching!

@rustyknifer Год назад

Great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I ended using a pair of spark plug pliers in my last oil change to grip turn & pull that stupid yellow oil plug. This solution is a great fix to make oil changes easier. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@49erca 4 года назад

Thanks, Dennis you are an excellent instructor. Rick

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thank you Rick! I appreciate you watching!

@steveg8622 2 года назад

Great vidio, thanks

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Steve!

@Johnny53kgb-nsa 3 года назад

Good video suggestion. The oil drain on the Husqvarna is a little bit of a pain. Mine should be a little easier, the LGT2554 doesn't have the cowling, it's just open. Thanks, John

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Yes, they could have left those cowlings off of all of them. Thanks for watching. John!

@microreniassance2929 2 года назад

Great video. I'm doing it to my 24V54 as soon as possible. Is there any problem with vibration loosening up the pipe assembly?

@dwcoffey 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! No problems at all. The PTFE tape helps to keep the pipe from getting loose, in addition to sealing the threads.

@jordanillsley2810 Год назад

Genius, thank you!

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching, Jordan!!

@danwhitlock1946 4 года назад

I was able to do this with my 5 year old Husqvarna LGT2654 with all fittings (brass) purchased from Lowes. Thanks for your video.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, Dan! Going with brass will be a nice idea! No rust and I bet it looks good too!

@rogerhabegger1461 5 лет назад

HI Dennis great modification there. I don't know why they don't do it on the Husqvarna. I haven't decided which one to buy yet been watching your videos I was looking at a John Deere 48 in deck 22 horse Briggs and they have the extended pipe but not the elbow on it so it's just going to drain down your side rail frame once the initial flow the oil is out. Still trying to decide which to buy it's about $300 more for the John Deere but you get a 48 inch deck and instead of being a 34 in wides tires banned in the rear is 40 I don't know if I could buy 10 inch tires for the Husqvarna and how much that would be to give me the 40 in. We want to go as wide as possible in the rear because we have an incline we're going to be mowing on. Any thoughts would help. Thanks again for the great videos. Sincerely Roger H.

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

I agree about the wide tires, especially on an incline. Any additional width you can get will be helpful and safer. I'd also lean more toward the wider deck to be honest, especially if you have a lot of area to mow. Husqvarna puts the fuel tank and the battery up front, under the hood, so in my opinion, the back end is a bit light. When I first got the tractor, I had trouble with the back tires losing traction on inclines. I filled the rear tires with water and antifreeze...that helped a lot. But, I mention that because, if the JD is heavier in the rear, it might do better on slopes and wet grass than the Husqvarna. Something to consider.

@chrisjohnson4095 4 года назад

couldn’t you have just slid the plastic piece over the 2.5 inch nipple that screws in the block without trimming it and then put the 90 and the shorter nipple and cap on afterwards?

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Hey Chris, thanks for watching! No, there is no access in the plastic cowling for the pipe to clear with out trimming it or cutting a hole thru it.

@randalweaver2321 3 года назад

Excellent video, this is just what I was looking for. You made it look easy to get done.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thank you Randal! I appreciate you watching. I sure do like this better than having that leaky yellow factory valve :)

@jamesrichardson771 Год назад

Very nice 💥 🛠 thanks !!!

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching, James!

@billhendrickson5506 3 года назад

My feeling is the reason folks had trouble with yellow valve is they didn't know how it worked. I have used mine for years, no complaint. My question to you is, as long as you had a hole in cowling why didn't you shove the drain pipe into the opening and then screw the pipe into the engine. Looking at the video it sure looks like that it what the hole was for.

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Bill! I'm not sure, but if you're talking about the hole at the bottom, that is for the plastic rivet that holds the cowling on...so it wouldn't line up with the drain pipe. Plus I also wanted to be able to completely remove the cowling, not have it captured around the pipe, in case I need to work on anything else in that area.

@sashy43002 Год назад

I stumbled upon your video when searching for a different alternative to the crappy yellow oil valve. I had 2 crack in 6 weeks…Thank you!!

@dwcoffey Год назад

Thanks for watching, Sashy! Yes, I am definitely not a fan of those valves.

@donaldjones3580 5 лет назад

I have no experience with the yellow quick drain valve but I would just install it on the elbow, no plastic hose or tools required. My Snapper has a rubber hose extended out the back with a threaded fitting and a plug.

@dwcoffey 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Donald! That's kind of what I did here, just with solid pipe.....no tools required to take off the cap and no mess anymore. I avoided the rubber hose design of Snapper because eventually, the rubber will dry rot and have to be replaced. I've had to replace a few of them in the past. A person could also put a valve at the end of the pipe for draining if they chose to. Thanks again!

@Shootingstarcomics 4 года назад

I think I have one of those brass Fumoto oil drain valves laying around, I was going to replace my truck’s oil plug with it but I’m afraid it will get knocked off. I may stick it on the end of a pipe and put it on the lawnmower. That would be perfect, they are kind of pricey though so I don’t know if I’d buy it for a lawnmower, if I did I’d take it off when I sold the mower and put it on the new one.

@dwcoffey 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! Sounds like a great idea.

@artramirez3506 3 года назад

I actually bought one of the yellow drains thinking it would be great. I think I'm going to go this route with my Troy-bilt Bronco instead. Thanks!

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Art! You'll like this conversion better I think. I recommend going with galvanized pipe, though. It will stay looking good longer than black pipe.

@renelorentzen5756 3 года назад

Thanks for all your videos on the Husqvarna lawn tractor. It's helping me alot with the maintenance of the tractor :) Kind regaards from Denmark

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

Thank you for your support, Rene' !

@poisonokie7502 3 года назад

That yellow piece of crap failed after I had just completed an oil change. Found oil all over my floor the next day. Thanks for sharing Dennis! It works perfect on my Craftsman T3200 w/Briggs & Stratton engine!!

@dwcoffey 3 года назад

I agree about those yellow valves. Thank you for watching! Glad this helped!