Automotive Flex Funnel with Hose | Wide Mouth Flexible Oil Funnel for Automotive Use - Gas, Transmission Fluid, Car Fuel, Oil Change (Black)

What It Is

This is a flexible, wide-mouth automotive funnel with a detachable hose, designed for pouring fluids like engine oil, transmission fluid, fuel, or coolant into tight or awkward fill ports. It’s intended for cars, trucks, lawn tractors, zero-turn mowers, and small engines where a rigid funnel won’t reach or seal properly.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Not mower-specific: Works on any machine with a standard fill neck (2–4 inches wide) and a 5/8-inch or 3/4-inch hose outlet. No deck size or brand restrictions.
• Check neck clearance: The funnel’s wide mouth (approx. 4.5 inches diameter) may not fit deeply recessed or angled fill ports on some compact lawn tractors (e.g., older John Deere L-series, some Craftsman LT models). Measure the gap between the fill cap and surrounding frame.
• Hose length: The included hose is typically 12–18 inches. Ensure it’s long enough to reach your fill port without kinking, especially on zero-turn mowers with side-mounted engines.
• Material: Black plastic (polypropylene) – heat-resistant to ~200°F. Not for extremely hot oil (post-run engine) or continuous high-temp fluids.

Key Things to Know

• No installation needed: Use straight out of the box. Clean with soap and water after each use; oil residue can make the hose slip off the funnel spout.
• Flexible neck is a plus: The accordion-style or rubberized body bends to fit around engine shrouds or under decks, but it won’t hold its shape under heavy fluid weight – you may need to support the hose end with one hand.
• Common gotcha: The hose can detach if not pushed fully onto the spout. Twist it on firmly or use a zip tie for a permanent seal on mowers you service often.
• Not for diesel or gasoline with ethanol: The plastic may degrade over time with prolonged exposure to ethanol-blended fuels. Use for oil changes only if you want it to last.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you frequently change oil on multiple machines (lawn mower, car, ATV) and need a cheap, flexible funnel that reaches awkward fill ports. Skip it if you need a rigid, long-neck funnel for deep, narrow fill tubes on modern mowers, or if you plan to use it with ethanol fuel regularly – the plastic will eventually crack. For $9, it’s a solid backup but not a daily-use workhorse.