If one can access the drain plug and there is a space to run a hose to a lower point, a drain valve will work. I have been using a valve from Fumoto USA | Quick and Easy Engine Oil Drain Valves on my truck for around 10 years with no problems. The drain valve simply replaces the old drain plug. In my case, the added benefit is that I did not have to keep a supply of washers to put on the drain plug after every oil change. If one did not use a new washer the drain plug would drip.
The value has to be moved in two directions to open so it is very unlikely to open by accident. Having said that, I put a zip tie on mine to further reduce the chance of the valve opening.
I have NOT put on on my tractor since it climbs over stuff that could smack the valve and break it off. Not likely but not going to risk it either. If there was a chance the valve could get hit by something rolling under the engine I might not use the drain valve.
Later,
Dan
The value has to be moved in two directions to open so it is very unlikely to open by accident. Having said that, I put a zip tie on mine to further reduce the chance of the valve opening.
I have NOT put on on my tractor since it climbs over stuff that could smack the valve and break it off. Not likely but not going to risk it either. If there was a chance the valve could get hit by something rolling under the engine I might not use the drain valve.
Later,
Dan