Suggestions on Fluid Evacuators?

[TXpintail]

I’m looking for a fluid evacuator for weekend warrior automotive maintenance. I’ve had a few cheap auto parts store models, including turkey basters, over the years, but looking for a solid upgrade that will work well and last. Don’t need professional shop quality, but shooting for a “one and done” model that won’t break the bank.

Any brands that you’ve had success with?

 

[nichocha33]

Mityvac 7201, no issues with mine and pretty reasonable


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[Ilikeike]

I have one similar to the Mityvac 7201,

But one of the 12v powered ones that sits on a bucket looks interesting

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CX0WX4/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[nichocha33]

Funny, I just replied about my 7201 and opened my HF coupons and low and behold a very similar model on sale.




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[lis2323]

I’ve had mine about 18 years. Works well. And Made in USA.




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[TXpintail]

That’s really nice Lis. What brand is that?

Saw last night that tooltipia has the minivac 7201 on sale for $89.

 

[mcmtech]

I’ve got the mityvac one that hooks up to shop air, forget the mode number. The hand pump one works ok too, probably good for home use.

 

[kctyphoon]

The HF version get some good reviews. Mityvac makes a few different sizes and models. Decide what size you want first - go from there.

Lowe's sells a halfway decent small version right on the shelf.

 

[lis2323]

That’s really nice Lis. What brand is that?

Saw last night that tooltipia has the minivac 7201 on sale for $89.

EZ Fluid Evacuators. I just googled it and can’t find a thing. I would imagine the quality of build made it uncompetitive price wise.






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[SkinnyG]

I'll go ahead and throw in a 927th recommendation for the Mityvac 7201. It's a fantastic unit at a very reasonable price. I got mine from ToolTopia when it was on sale for $89 with free shipping, which appears to be their current price:

https://www.tooltopia.com/mityvac-7201.aspx

The only issue I've had with mine is the plastic handle on the pump rod broke. Not in use; something fell on it. I've yet to contact them for a replacement, but I'm sure that won't be a problem.

 

[jsmeece]

I have the Mityvac MV7430 and the OTC (2359) Oil Suction Gun, both work very well.

 

[ex-x-fire]

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=362083
Here's one I made and it works great. Drained 5qts of atf last summer in under 10 minutes.

 

[Tallpilot]

I'll go ahead and throw in a 927th recommendation for the Mityvac 7201. It's a fantastic unit at a very reasonable price. I got mine from ToolTopia when it was on sale for $89 with free shipping, which appears to be their current price:

https://www.tooltopia.com/mityvac-7201.aspx

The only issue I've had with mine is the plastic handle on the pump rod broke. Not in use; something fell on it. I've yet to contact them for a replacement, but I'm sure that won't be a problem.

Yeah, for $20 more than the HF it’s better to go for the name brand.