Abstract: A front rotary working machine has an engine and a transmission case of a power transmission mounted to a lower portion of the engine. The transmission case comprises a case body and a clutch case. An oil outlet is provided for discharging engine oil formed in the clutch case. An oil receiving portion has an outflow path and is formed in the clutch case and disposed directly below the oil outlet. A fastening boss is formed in the case body for fastening the case body to the clutch case so that an outer surface of the fastening boss is positioned substantially directly below and adjacent to an opening of the outflow path of the oil receiving portion. Rotary working portions are provided at a front portion of the transmission case.

Abstract: An integral stand tube for regulating fluid level within a transmission is provided. The stand tube includes an upper opening, at least one lower opening, and an internal volume defined by at least one internal passage for directing fluid from a valve body-side of a transmission to a main sump located on a gear-side of the transmission. The lower opening is operatively connected to a thermal valve assembly and a fluid passage formed in the transmission case between the auxiliary sump of the valve body-side and the main sump of the gear-side. Fluid passing from auxiliary sump to main sump bypasses dynamic transmission components to thereby minimize fluid aeration due to contact therebetween.

Abstract: A system (10) for ensuring the quality of lubricating oil in an engine of a locomotive without the need for specialized diagnostic and fluid handling systems on the locomotive. A test portion (28) of lubricating oil is removed from the engine and is analyzed at an oil analysis center (26) to determine an oil quality parameter (32). The oil quality parameter is used as an input to a calculator (34) to determine a quantity of oil (36) that must be replaced by fresh oil during a current maintenance outage in order to ensure that the engine oil quality will remain acceptable throughout a forthcoming operating period. In this manner, a complete change-out of the lubricating oil may be delayed or avoided. The oil replacement decision and quantity is communicated to a service center (18) via a communications link such as the Internet (40) prior to the arrival of the locomotive at the service center.

Abstract: An oil management system and oil filter utilized in association with an internal combustion engine. The oil filter comprises high-efficiency filtration media for filtering engine oil associated with the internal combustion engine. At least one type of time release additive can be impregnated into the filtration media, wherein the time release additives are automatically released into the engine oil filter from filtration media in order to replenish additives already present in the engine oil. Additionally, a sensor module can be provided that monitors oil quality and oil filter efficiency through detecting one or more attributes of the engine oil filtered through the filtration media of oil filter in order to efficiently conserve and manage the oil and reduce the interval of oil changes thereof by extending the life of the engine oil through the replenishment of the additives present in the engine oil and higher filtration effectiveness of the filter.

Abstract: A sump has a drainage hole and an internally screw-threaded boss surrounding the drainage hole for receiving a drainage plug. In the invention, the boss projects upwards into the sump and has at least one circumferential discontinuity to allow liquid within the sump to flow out of the drainage hole after removal of the drainage plug.

Abstract: A support for a non-automotive vehicle to be placed over a service pit and allow for servicing of the vehicle is disclosed. In addition, a process for servicing the vehicle is also disclosed. The support can include a support surface that has an engine access opening, a rolling mechanism attached to the support surface that affords for the support surface to roll over a surface at a predetermined height and at least one ramp attached to the support surface. The at least one ramp can be movable between a retracted position and an extended position and the support is dimensioned to roll over the service pit and allow for servicing of the non-automotive vehicle engine. In some instances, the support affords for the non-automotive vehicle to have its oil changed.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a hose cap coupler, a cap removably coupled to the cap coupler and a clip supported by at least one of the cap and the coupler. The clip is configured to retain the cap coupler to an engine or other portions of an implement.

Abstract: The present invention may provide an automatic oil-change system for an engine comprising: a first oil container, a second oil container and means for switching between the first oil container and the second oil container. The switching means may provide the engine with oil from the first oil container until a predetermined time and once a predetermined time is reached, the switching means may provide the engine with oil from the second oil container.

Abstract: The oil pan arrangement of a motor vehicle has an oil pan in particular for a gearbox as well as an oil drain plug for closing a drain opening of the oil pan. On an exterior side of the oil pan, at least one rotation stop for the oil drain plug is arranged.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for changing engine motor oil more quickly and simply than previously existing methods. To change oil on a gasoline or diesel engine, the conventional oil filter is removed and an adapter is screwed in its place. An inlet oil port of the adapter connects with the oil filter inlet line and an outlet port of the adapter connects to the oil filter outlet line. The adapter top is sealed with a recessed O-ring extending around the periphery so that oil can be pumped through the adapter into and out of the engine without leaking. The adapter inlet and outlet ports are connected by hoses/tubes to an external container with its own internal piston. The engine is turned on to idle and the engine oil pump pumps used oil from the oil pan out through the adapter outlet port into the external container.

Abstract: A component assembly comprising a sheet metal part and a nut element attached thereto, the nut element being arranged in an opening of the sheet metal part and being adapted to receive a bolt element having a shaft part with a thread and a head part of larger radial dimensions is wherein the sheet metal part has at least one hole adjacent to the nut element which is not covered over by the nut element but can be covered over by the head part of the screwed-in bolt element. A component assembly of this kind is in particular suitable for an oil pan since the oil can flow through the holes. A method is also claimed.

Abstract: A tool assembly includes a body supporting a rotatable nut which receives and mates with a bleeder valve threaded into a hydraulic fluid system such as a caliper wheel brake or a clutch for a motorcycle. The nut is sealed to the system, and the nut is rotated to move the bleeder valve to an open position while maintaining the seal between the nut and the fluid system. A passage within the body and the nut provides for evacuating the system and then charging fluid into the system. The nut is rotated to move the bleeder valve to its closed position, and the nut is then unclamped and unsealed from the fluid system. In one embodiment, the bleeder valve is gripped to clamp and seal the nut to the fluid system, and in another embodiment, the nut is sealed to the system using a clamping member opposing the nut.

Abstract: A drain plug housing body coupled to the interior of an oil pan, which receives, via threaded portions, an extended length drain plug. The drain plug housing further comprises a first threaded aperture having a first diameter terminating at the interior of the oil pan and a second threaded aperture having a second diameter greater than the first diameter, with a hollow cavity therein between. The drain plug is a substantially cylindrical bolt of varying diameters having a first male threaded portion and a second male threaded portion on its shaft that are compatible, respectively, with each of the threaded apertures of the drain plug housing.

Abstract: An apparatus for draining oil from an engine. The apparatus includes an engine having an engine housing, crankshaft, a piston, and an oil reservoir, an engine starting mechanism configured to engage the crankshaft and piston, a check valve configured to prevent pressure in a crankcase from escaping and configured to allow filtered air into the engine, and a selector valve configured to open a flow path between the check valve and a vent so oil can be drained.

Abstract: A drain plug including a spring activated sealing piston to control the flow of fluid. The drain plug is formed of an assembly body with one or more apertures from the exterior to a central cavity, a sealing piston for sealing the openings and a spring for maintaining the sealing piston is a sealed relationship with the openings until a compressive force is applied to the sealing piston. The drain plug allows for a controlled flow of fluid from a fluid receptacle and makes possible a method for rapidly and safely draining fluid, such as used oil from an engine oil pan or other source. Also, a method of draining fluid using the drain plug.

Abstract: A drain plug for a carrier assembly is used to control fluid flow from a reservoir to a sump. The carrier assembly includes a carrier housing with an internal cavity that houses a gear assembly. The sump is located within the internal cavity to lubricate the gear assembly. The reservoir is separated from the sump by a channel. The drain plug is attached to the carrier housing, and extends into the channel, to provide a fluid flow restriction between the reservoir and the sump.

Abstract: Positive pressure is used to induce the flow of a liquid lubricant from a crankcase and through a drain conduit so that used oil can be removed from the engine and collected in a container during an oil change procedure. Positive pressure is introduced into the crankcase, and into an ullage region above the liquid lubricant, by the use of an inlet valve that can be attached to a cam cover to replace a PCV valve temporarily during the oil change.

Abstract: The drain plug bolt includes a shank having a head and tip. An interior bore extends longitudinally from the tip for a predetermined distance less than the shank total length. The shank includes an externally threaded portion distal to the head, an externally threaded portion proximal to the head, and an unthreaded middle portion between the distal and proximal portions of the shank. The middle portion includes a counter-bore that forms a drain hole and extends from a radial surface of the shank middle portion to the longitudinally extending internal bore to create a passageway that leads from the internal bore to the exterior of the drain plug. Tightening the drain plug against the fluid reservoir, retains fluid within the reservoir. Loosening, the drain plug until the distal threads are in communication with the fluid reservoir allows fluid to escape the reservoir via the passageway in the drain plug.

Abstract: A drain pan for oil and other automotive fluids comprises a collection pan having a special liner pad consisting essentially of a layer of non-woven synthetic polyester fiber bonded with resin binders.

Abstract: Waste oils, fuels, and coolants contained in reservoirs and filters found in devices powered by electric motors and internal combustion engines are transferred from said reservoirs by a transportable pumping device in the form of an automotive fluids transfer machine, a shuttle, consisting of a parent tank and equipped to receive two auxiliary tanks, one for fresh filter oil and one for fresh filter fuel. The shuttle and auxiliary tanks are made of an oil and fuel resistant and leak proof material so that they can hold waste fluids until they are transferred to a shop's waste fluids disposal tank, without spills, threats to the environment, human contact with contaminating oil fuels or coolants, clean up costs, and lost time.

Abstract: The invention relates to a standby lubrication method for an engine 1 in the event of the failure of a main lubrication system 2 of this engine 1, in which said failure is detected and, in response to the detection of this failure, at least one portion of a fuel fluid of the engine 1 is tapped off to lubricate at least one element of the engine 1. The invention also relates to a standby lubrication device 6 for an engine 1 comprising a main lubrication system 2, said standby lubrication device 6 comprising means for detecting a failure of the main lubrication system 2, means 12 for tapping off at least a portion of a fuel fluid of the engine 1 in order to direct it to at least one element of the engine 1 intended to be lubricated, and control means 15 capable of being connected to said tapping and detection means 12, in order to carry out the standby lubrication method.

Abstract: An engine maintenance kit and multi-use container assembly (28). The multi-use container (28) includes a base (30) and a separable lid (32) that is fitted at its uppermost end with a pour spout (46). A funnel portion (50) is formed integrally in the lid (32) and serves to facilitate the filling of fresh, unused oil from a bottle (24) into an engine (12). The base (30) serves as an oil pan for capturing waste oil (56) during the maintenance process. Following an oil change, the lid (32) is returned to the base (30) for securely transporting the waste oil (56) to an appropriate collection center.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a automatic oil change apparatus and system for an internal combustion engine. The apparatus is equipped with a non-volatile memory for receiving data from and transmitting data to the engine controller.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for draining fluid from a holding tank. The apparatus further comprises a first portion having an axial bore extending therethrough, the axial bore being defined by an upper end and a lower end. An outer wall surrounds the axial bore extending from the lower end to the upper end. The upper end is adapted to engage an existing drain of the holding tank such that fluid communication is established between the axial bore and the holding tank. At least one notch is formed within the outer wall of the bore. A second portion has a plate member with a plurality of leg members. The lower end of the bore being is permanently affixed to the plate member. A reservoir surrounds the leg members. The reservoir has a base portion with an external wall extending upward therefrom to surround the leg members. Each leg member extends downward into the base portion and being permanently affixed thereto.

Abstract: A transmission oil pan assembly includes an oil pan matable with a transmission case to at least partially define a transmission interior space, and an accessing component for accessing an interior component located inside of the transmission interior space from outside of the transmission interior space. The oil pan is formed with structure adapted to support the accessing component. The oil pan may be formed with an opening adapted to receive the accessing component. A method of selecting an oil pan from an inventory of oil pans with differently disposed accessing components is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a drain plug for an enclosure that contains a female-threaded opening. The drain plug contains a male-threaded portion and a head portion. The head portion contains a drive structure, an annular groove of substantially rectangular cross section, and a washer of substantially rectangular cross section in the groove. An outer wall of the annular groove is positioned to contact the enclosure when secured to the female-threaded opening.

Abstract: A drain bolt which includes a threaded shank portion, a driving head, and an enlarged primary flange and a pair of secondary circular flanges of reduced diameter with respect to said enlarged flange, said reduced diameter flanges holding a captive O-ring between them. The seal is between a cylindrical counterbore and the O-ring, and is completely independent of the force with which the drain bolt is installed.

Abstract: A drain bolt which includes a threaded shank portion, a driving head, and an enlarged primary flange and a pair of secondary circular flanges of reduced diameter with respect to said enlarged flange, said reduced diameter flanges holding a captive O-ring between them. The seal is between a cylindrical counterbore and the O-ring, and is completely independent of the force with which the drain bolt is installed. In other embodiments, there is a drain bolt with a captured washer, allowing limited movement of the washer, and in another embodiment, the drain bolt is coined just below the O-ring.

Abstract: An oil level indicating system for an internal combustion engine includes an indicator passageway extending through a cylinder block, cylinder head and up through a ported boss extending through an upper engine cover. The ported boss is sealingly engaged with the cylinder head of the engine so as to prevent fugitive oil from entering indicator passageway, thereby preventing erroneous oil level readings.

Abstract: A drain cock for an engine oil pan that can prevent the engine oil from leaking due to the wear and tear of a screw thread on the drain cock, the drain cock includes a drain hole established on the bottom of the engine oil pan, a receptacle for exchanging engine oil attached to open and close the drain hole, an insertion for exchanging engine oil inserted in or drawn out of the receptacle in a sliding fashion, a bolt and a spring established inside the insertion, and a nut cap for opening and closing oil, connected to the bottom of the bolt, for opening and closing the drain hole.

Abstract: An oil extraction apparatus for extracting oil from the oil pan of a vehicle is provided. The oil extraction apparatus includes a pump assembly operationally coupled to a power source of a vehicle. An inlet port assembly operationally coupled to the pump assembly. The inlet port assembly is in fluid communication with an oil pan of the vehicle. The pump assembly is for drawing oil from the oil pan of the vehicle through the inlet port assembly when the pump assembly is actuated. An outlet port assembly operationally coupled to the pump assembly. The outlet port assembly is in fluid communication with a disposal container. The pump assembly is for forcing oil drawn through the inlet port assembly through the outlet port assembly to be deposited in the disposal container for disposal of the oil.

Abstract: A drain plug (300) for a fluid passage (506), the drain plug (300) including a head portion (302), a shank portion (304) connected to the head portion (302), a threaded portion (306) that is connected to the shank portion (304) and includes a solid segment (312) that is located adjacent to the shank portion (304), and a partial portion (314) having at least one cutout (316), and a lead-in portion (308) that is connected to the threaded portion (306) and located adjacent to the partial portion (314). A fluid path is defined between the fluid passage (506) and the at least one cutout (316) of the drain plug (300) when the drain plug (300) is partially removed from the fluid passage (506).

Abstract: A control box for an apparatus for removing and replacing lubricants has a pressurized air manifold and a vacuum manifold. The pressurized air manifold is supplied with pressurized air from a source of pressurized air. The vacuum manifold is placed under vacuum by a vacuum source. The pressurized air manifold is connected to a new lubricant hose coupling. The vacuum manifold is connected to a used lubricant hose coupling. A valve assembly is provided having a used lubricant removal mode and a new lubricant injection mode. In the used lubricant removal mode, a vacuum is applied by the vacuum manifold to create a vacuum to draw lubricant into a used lubricant tank. In the new lubricant injection mode, pressurized air is supplied by the pressurized air manifold to pressurize a new lubricant tank, which urges lubricant out of the new lubricant tank.

Abstract: A two part oil drain plug assembly facilitates the draining of oil or fluid from a sump, and its use prevents the threads of the sump, which may be an automotive oil pan, from becoming stripped or damaged. Further, the device aids in the determination of the physical condition (wear) of the engine, transmission or the like to which the sump is attached, by attracting metal particles to an isolated magnet on the drain plug.

Abstract: A brake fluid flush machine to simultaneously supply fresh brake fluid and vacuum used brake fluid in a vehicle's braking system while being controlled by a processor to allow a single worker to complete the fluid exchange operation. The machine has a used fluid tank, a new fluid tank, a manifold connectable to four secondary brake cylinders corresponding to a front driver's side wheel, a front passenger's side wheel; a rear driver's side wheel, and a rear passenger's side wheel, a suction pump connecting the manifold to said used fluid tank for draining used brake fluid from said four secondary brake cylinders, a pressure pump connecting the new fluid tank to the master cylinder, and a processor. The processor controls the fluid exchange by sequentially opening and closing valves that couple the four secondary brake cylinders with the suction pump.

Abstract: A standpipe assembly for installation in the fluid sump of a vehicular transmission includes a two-piece fill pipe, a drain nut, a drain plug and a thermal actuator. The fill pipe includes a first tube having a first end secured in a flow passage formed in the drain nut and a second tube having a first end fitted for bi-directional sliding movement on a second end of the first tube. The drain nut is secured within a mounting bore formed through a housing of the transmission. The drain plug is adapted for threaded retention within the flow passage of the drain nut. The thermal actuator is operable for varying the length of the fill pipe by adjusting the position of the second tube relative to the first tube in response to thermal variations.

Abstract: An oil pan structure includes a tubular level-gauge guide into which an oil level-gauge that measures the amount of oil stored in the oil pan is inserted. The oil pan structure further includes a nozzle guide that guides the end of a nozzle of an oil changer, which is inserted into the level-gauge-guide when the oil in the oil pan is replaced with new oil, to a position near the deepest portion of the reservoir portion.

Abstract: A composite drain plug for an automobile engine. The drain plug is made up of a hollow metal sleeve that is flanged at one end and closed at the other end. There is a core portion filling the hollow sleeve and having a head portion and a stub flange adjacent the flanged end of the sleeve. A circumferential sealing bead is bonded to the stub flange. The core portion is a glass-filled polymer and the sealing bead is made from a material which includes a cross-linked elastomer dispersed in a thermoplastic carrier.

Abstract: A drain valve for an oil pan of a vehicle lubrication system includes an aperture and a drain plug. The drain plug is rotatable relative to the aperture between closed and opened positions with less than a full rotation of the plug. The plug remains secured to the aperture even when the valve is opened.

Abstract: A transmission fluid sump for an automotive transmission comprising a reservoir portion, a threaded extension on the reservoir portion and a fill pipe threadably connected to the extension. A closure member seals a central opening in the extension independently of the fill pipe, thereby avoiding overlapping torque windows for the fill pipe and the closure member while providing a single leak flow path for the transmission fluid.

Abstract: An oil level adjuster is basically provided with a plug seat, a tubular member and a drain plug. The plug seat has a lower end and an upper end with a drain bore extending between the lower and upper ends for draining oil from an oil pan. The plug seat also has a drainage passageway spaced from the upper end towards the lower end. The tubular member is removably installed in the drain bore and projects beyond the upper end of the plug seat, with the tubular member covering the drainage passageway when fully installed and exposing the drainage passageway to the drain bore when at least partially removed. The drain plug is removably installed in the drain bore of the plug seat to plug the drain bore.

Abstract: An oil filler cap with an integrated oil directing funnel. The cap is configurable to fit many automobile makes and models, and is configured to accept the threaded top end of standard quart containers. The integrated funnel is extendible to a fully open position wherein it facilitates replacement of engine oil in a manner preventing spillage onto the engine block and vicinity. Once the outlet of a standard quart container of engine oil is placed into the collapsible funnel to engage the cap structure, the funnel may then collapse to its resting position while passing engine oil from the standard quart container to the engine block. Drainage holes in the cap recapture oil that seeps through or clings to the integrated funnel.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and apparatus for containing aircraft fuel. According to some embodiments the apparatus includes a structural connector comprising an open shape, a first surface and a second surface, a seal defining a suction area disposed in the first surface, and a boot extending from the structural connector. The boot may comprise a lateral opening. The boot includes first and second ends, such that the first end of the boot may be attached to the structural connector and the second end may be spaced from the structural member. According to some embodiments the second end comprises a center offset laterally from the center of the structural connector.

Abstract: An oil change equipment includes an oil barrel, an oil-collecting pan, and a vacuum oil-pumping device; the oil barrel has an inlet thereon, and a control valve connected thereto; an oil conduit is joined to the oil inlet of the oil barrel at one end, and connected to a pipe communicating with a containing space in the oil-collecting pan; a supporting rod is secured on top of the oil barrel; the vacuum oil-pumping device is connected to the control valve of the oil barrel; therefore, the oil collecting pan can be supported on the upper end of the supporting rod secured on top of the oil barrel, thus allowing drained oil received in the oil collecting pan to flow into the oil barrel directly; or alternatively, the oil collecting pan can be positioned apart from the supporting rod to receive drained oil.

Abstract: A method for converting an engine from petroleum based engine oil to synthetic oil, whereby substantially all petroleum based engine oil is removed prior to replacement with synthetic engine oil.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for filling a transmission at the transmission assembly plant including the steps of pumping fluid through the transmission entering at a first port and exiting through a second port, rotating the torque converter to purge trapped air, shifting the transmission, filling the transmission to a desired level and plugging the first and second ports. Through use of the method and apparatus of the present invention, the transmission is placed in a “road ready” condition and will not require additional fluid to be added in a top off operation at the vehicle assembly plant.

Abstract: Under a reduced-pressure environment, stopping at will liquid that flows out from a nozzle tip, or dispensing liquid with the level of energy at which it will not splatter has proven difficult. To address such difficulties, parameters including nozzle bore, and surface tension and viscosity of, and delivery pressure on, a liquid are selected so that the surface tension that acts on the liquid when flowing out from the nozzle tip will be greater than the momentum of the liquid. By dispensing liquid under such conditions, outflow of the liquid is reliably controlled, and rapid infusion work is realized.

Abstract: Filtering of an operating fluid of a mechanical device is performed utilizing a pumping device of the mechanical device which routinely circulated the operating fluid within the mechanical device. A remote filtering station of the present invention has a first conduit to contain the operating fluid during transfer from the mechanical device, a filter and a second conduit to contain the operating fluid during transfer back to the mechanical device. In the most preferred embodiment a filter replacement adapter is attached in place of the mechanical device's filter during the filtering procedure. The mechanical device is operated during the filtering procedure where the pumping device of the mechanical device circulates the operating fluid through the mechanical device and through the filter of the remote filtering station. This provides for a cleansing of all of the conduits of the mechanical device which routinely has the operating fluid circulated therethrough.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for defueling an aircraft. The apparatus includes a defueling fitting comprising one or more structural connectors, which may include one or more suction cups. The suction cups are disposed in a mount. The suction cups may be raised from a surface in the mount and arranged in a non-circular pattern to facilitate connection to contoured surfaces. An actuator assembly may be attached to the mount for opening an aircraft defueling valve. The suction cups may be operatively connected to a vacuum source to connect the defueling fitting to an aircraft body, with the actuator assembly positioned at the aircraft defueling valve. The defueling fitting facilitates safe and convenient defueling of aircraft, even aircraft with significantly contoured surfaces.

Abstract: A drain valve to be used with numerous drain applications, such as draining fluid from an engine, includes in an exemplary embodiment a valve body, an o-ring and a cap. In another exemplary embodiment, the drain valve includes a valve body, an o-ring, a cap retainer and a cap. The drain valve eliminates the need for a tool, such as a wrench, to drain the fluid from the engine, for example. The drain valve includes a push-pull or a twist-and-pull cap feature to manipulate the valve; however, the drain cap remains on the drain valve and therefore cannot be lost or misplaced. Moreover, the drain valve includes a drain cap that is rotatable to direct the fluid flow out the valve and also provides an easy grip for opening and closing the valve.