Griots Vs Pela Oil Extractor?
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Bill D
Hooked For Life
I have a pela, I'm not sure what the model number is, but I think it is the griots equivalant. A few years back Consumer reports tested the griots and the pela, because the pela is cheaper I got that one.I also recently purchased editional hoses for the extractor directly from pela, good service :up
GearHead_1
Long Time Member
Here's one worthy of consideration. They make a pneumatic version of this also.
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/MIT-7201.html
MityVac
Fluid Evacuator Plus
Order# MIT7201
$97.35 List Price
$56.05 On Sale!
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• No power required, creates vacuum and pressure
• Ability to evacuate and dispense most automotive liquids and chemicals.
• External pump design
• Large capacity 8.8 liter fluid resevoir
• Automatic flow control prevents overfilling
• Pressure relief valve for safety
• Durable polyethylene construction will not rust or corrode
• Dip stick tube included for engine oil removal
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/MIT-7201.html
MityVac
Fluid Evacuator Plus
Order# MIT7201
$97.35 List Price
$56.05 On Sale!
[Add to Cart] [View Cart]
• No power required, creates vacuum and pressure
• Ability to evacuate and dispense most automotive liquids and chemicals.
• External pump design
• Large capacity 8.8 liter fluid resevoir
• Automatic flow control prevents overfilling
• Pressure relief valve for safety
• Durable polyethylene construction will not rust or corrode
• Dip stick tube included for engine oil removal
tom p.
Active member
Pela has a few different models. I suspect Pela is the OEM for Griot's unit.
Noteworty: MityVac has a large unit similar to the Pela. it's a multi-purpose config and can be used for other tasks. I would strongly recommend checking it out before buying anything else as it can perform other routine jobs we all enjoy.
Try to get a unit made from clear/translucent plastic so you can see how much oil you have actually pulled out. Otherwise, you don't know if you've done a good job.
I think the Pela has gradient markings on the canister to indicated fluid amount.
Noteworty: MityVac has a large unit similar to the Pela. it's a multi-purpose config and can be used for other tasks. I would strongly recommend checking it out before buying anything else as it can perform other routine jobs we all enjoy.
Try to get a unit made from clear/translucent plastic so you can see how much oil you have actually pulled out. Otherwise, you don't know if you've done a good job.
I think the Pela has gradient markings on the canister to indicated fluid amount.topnotchtouch
New member
Has anyone used either of these units for extracting brake fluid? It looks like it would be great for flushing the brake system.
tom p.
Active member
the MityVac will do both jobs. that's why I mentioned it.
topnotchtouch
New member
Have you used any of these units for flushing the brake system? I was hoping for input from someone who has actually used any of these units for that purpose.
togwt
The Old Grey Whistle Test
Quote: Griots Vs Pela Oil Extractor?
~One man’s opinion, observation~
I use a Griot’s Brake Fluid Extractor (P/T # 55615) as it ‘exchanges’ brake fluid (includes a reservoir bottle for new fluid)
I also own the Hand Pump Oil/Liquid Extractor and use it for oil, coolant/anti freeze solution, etc. I prefer the other extractor for brake fluids, as it’s foolproof (you have my word on that, see justa…) J
~Hope this helps~
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~One man’s opinion, observation~
I use a Griot’s Brake Fluid Extractor (P/T # 55615) as it ‘exchanges’ brake fluid (includes a reservoir bottle for new fluid)
I also own the Hand Pump Oil/Liquid Extractor and use it for oil, coolant/anti freeze solution, etc. I prefer the other extractor for brake fluids, as it’s foolproof (you have my word on that, see justa…) J
~Hope this helps~
Experience unshared; is knowledge wasted…/
justadumbarchitect * so i question everything*
tom p.
Active member
I have all separate units for the different jobs. :nixweiss If the MityVac unit was available earlier, I probably would have purchased that unit versus the different units I have ended up with.
I really like the MOTIVE pressure bleeder ($45) for our VWs and other euro cars. You have to make sure they have an appropriate adapter for your brake reservoir. Many cars with ABS systems require a pressure bleeder to properly bleed/flush.
I also have the Griot's Garage vacuum bleeder which gets connected to your air compressor and sucks fluid out by means of a venturi...it works quite well but was big $$.
I really like the MOTIVE pressure bleeder ($45) for our VWs and other euro cars. You have to make sure they have an appropriate adapter for your brake reservoir. Many cars with ABS systems require a pressure bleeder to properly bleed/flush.
I also have the Griot's Garage vacuum bleeder which gets connected to your air compressor and sucks fluid out by means of a venturi...it works quite well but was big $$.