Description
Johnson Pump Oil Change Bucket Kit | Boat Supply Store
Efficiently manage engine oil changes in your marine vessel with this comprehensive 12V gear pump kit. Designed for simplicity and portability, it addresses the common challenge of clean and convenient oil extraction. The kit features a robust 12V gear pump, a high-temperature resistant dipstick tube, and a sealed pail with an easy-pour spout, ensuring a contained and mess-free process for engines up to 15 quarts. Ideal for maintaining engines on offshore fishing platforms or navigating the Intercoastal Waterway, this system simplifies routine maintenance.
Key Features
- Reliable gear pump technology ensures consistent oil extraction.
- Portable bucket kit design for effortless transport and use on any vessel.
- High-temperature resistant dipstick tube for safe operation.
- Heavy-duty alligator clips provide secure direct battery connection.
- Convenient easy pour spout facilitates clean used oil disposal.
- User-friendly plug-and-play setup requires no specialized tools.
- Complete system includes pail, lid, pump, dipstick tube, and connectors.
- Durable construction built for marine and industrial environments.
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12V DC |
| Pump Type | Gear Pump |
| Warranty | 1-year |
Who This Is For
Boat owners requiring a straightforward solution for regular engine oil maintenance and marine mechanics needing a portable, efficient tool for service calls. This kit simplifies the otherwise messy process of oil changes in confined engine spaces.
How It Compares
| Feature | Johnson Pump Oil Change Bucket Kit | Air Powered |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Type | Gear Pump | Pneumatic |
| Voltage | 12V DC | Typically less capable |
| Portability | High (Bucket Kit) | Medium |
| Included Accessories | Pail, Lid, Pump, Dipstick Tube, Alligator Clips, Pour Spout | Varies by kit, typically pump and hoses |
Common Concerns Answered
Is the pump flow rate sufficient for larger engines?
While the gear pump offers reliable performance, users with very large engines may find the flow rate slower than expected. It is optimally designed for standard marine engine oil capacities.
Can the hoses kink during use?
Reports of hose kinking are occasional and can be mitigated by careful handling and routing of the hoses during operation and storage to maintain a clear oil path.
What if I have concerns about pump speed or oil viscosity?
This gear pump is engineered for common marine engine oil viscosities. For extremely viscous oils or exceptionally large capacity engines where speed is critical, alternative pump technologies might be considered, but this kit provides a robust solution for most typical marine applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use the Johnson Pump Oil Change Bucket Kit?
Connect the heavy-duty alligator clips to your boat's 12V battery, insert the high-temperature resistant dipstick tube into the engine's oil fill tube, and switch on the 12V gear pump. Used oil is drawn into the bucket. Once complete, use the easy pour spout for disposal.
What type of pump does this kit include?
This kit includes a reliable 12V DC gear pump, known for its durability and consistent performance in extracting engine oil.
Is this kit suitable for all boat engines?
The kit is designed for a wide range of marine and industrial engines. However, always check your engine's oil capacity to ensure it is within the bucket's capability and that the dipstick tube fits the oil fill opening.
What is the voltage requirement for this oil change kit?
The Johnson Pump Oil Change Bucket Kit operates on a standard 12V DC power source, connecting directly to your boat's battery via heavy-duty alligator clips.
What is included in the Johnson Pump Oil Change Bucket Kit?
The kit includes a durable pail with a sealed lid, the 12V gear pump assembly, a high-temperature resistant dipstick tube, heavy-duty alligator clips for battery connection, and an easy pour spout for convenient disposal of used oil.
