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JDI Re-Introduces Its New & Improved H.D. Truck Oil Drain

January 2010 -

Barberton, Ohio -In a ongoing effort to meet the needs of its growing aftermarket customer base, JohnDow Industries recently announced the re-introduction of its new and improved "Heavy-Duty Truck Oil Drain". The Crew Chief 25-gallon Low-Profile Oil Drain (Part No. JDI-LP5) is equipped with a 110v electric pump.

New features include concealing and protecting the electric pump within a metal guard for long-term durability. In addition, the newly expanded, perforated filter element protects the electric pump lform debris and provides optimum pump efficiency.

This drain is designed for 100% fluid evacuation and perfect for heavy-duty truck applications. The pump is equipped with a 10 ft. evacuation hose and the unit has four baffles inside the tank to prevent fluid splashing when moved.

The Crew Chief brand is the most extensive line of oil drains and fluid handling equipment on the market today. The JohnDow Crew Chief line offers quality products and innovative designs that set it apart from competition. For automotive and heavy-duty truck applications the Crew Chief line includes both steel and poly constructed oil drains. Products include:

Portable Oil Drains

Pump Assist Oil Drains

Self-Evacuating Oil Drains

Low-Profile Oil & Fluid Drains

Economy Self-Evacuating Oil Drains

Fluid Evacuators

Oil Drain Funnels

JohnDow Industries is a manufacturer of automotive shop equipment and supplies. Brands include: Fuel Chief-Portable Fuel & Handling; Crew Chief-Used Oil & Fluid Handling; EuroVent®-Vehicle Exhaust Extraction Systems; JohnDow-Automotive Service Equipment; Dynamic-Automotive Fasteners & Supplies; and Shop Rx-Automotive Service Supplies.