Jabsco Oil Change Systems & Pumps

Jabsco Oil Change Systems & Pumps: Purpose-Built for the Marine Environment

When it comes to changing engine oil aboard a vessel, gravity drains and makeshift solutions rarely cut it. Jabsco has spent decades engineering oil change systems and pumps specifically for the challenges of the marine environment — tight engine compartments, awkward access angles, and the ever-present risk of costly spills. The result is a lineup of purpose-built pumps that make onboard oil changes clean, fast, and reliable.

The Flexible Impeller Advantage

Jabsco, founded in the 1930s in California, revolutionized fluid handling by creating the first self-priming flexible-impeller pump — an industry staple that remains the foundation of their oil change pump lineup today. This flexible impeller design ensures self-priming, smooth flow, and reliable performance — qualities that matter enormously when you're removing thick, warm engine oil in a confined space. Small bilge debris presents no problem to these bronze-bodied pumps, and their simple design means fewer wearing parts , which translates to lower long-term maintenance costs.

A Solution for Every Vessel

Jabsco's oil change pump range spans from portable hand pumps to fully integrated multi-engine systems, giving boaters the flexibility to choose the right tool for their setup.

• Porta-Quick Portable Oil Changer (17800 Series): The reversible Porta-Quick makes quick, clean, and easy oil changes on any boat by using the vessel's own power supply to operate a powerful oil-reservoir-mounted flexible impeller pump. Its 14-quart container can easily handle two engines. It features a sturdy bronze pump head, a high-temperature resistant Teflon dipstick probe, a non-collapsible thick-wall suction hose, and a garden hose thread adapter for dipsticks with GHT male threaded ends.
• Reversible Permanent-Mount Oil Change Pump (17830 Series): Designed to be permanently installed near a vessel's engine and plumbed directly to the engine's oil pan , this pump offers convenience on every oil change interval. It can remove old oil from the engine, then with the integral reversing switch, the flow direction can be changed to pump a measured amount of new oil back in. The pump is self-priming and may be positioned up to three feet above the oil source.
• Multi-Valve Manifold Oil Change System (17820 Series): Engineered for twin- and multi-engine vessels, this system installs permanently in the engine room with its manifold and valves plumbed to the engines' oil pans or transmissions' oil sumps. The manifold is factory-fitted with three ball valves to serve three different oil reservoirs and can be expanded to drain up to five reservoirs. The system's cover fully shrouds the entire pump and manifold, protecting the valves from accidental activation — and the cover will not close unless all factory-supplied valves are in the fully closed position.
• DIY Engine Oil Change System (17850 Series): The 17850-1012 DIY Engine Oil Change System offers 3.5-gallon capacity and 12-volt operation , making it a self-contained solution for boaters who want an all-in-one kit with minimal setup.
• Marine Oil Drain Hand Pump (34060 Series): This polished brass marine oil change pump connects directly to the engine oil dipstick tube on popular marine engines such as OMC and Mercruiser, delivering approximately 40 strokes per gallon with simple one-handed pumping.

Safety & Compliance Standards

Jabsco's oil change pumps comply with USCG 183.410 and ISO 8846 MARINE (ignition protected) , a critical certification in the marine environment where flammable vapors can accumulate in enclosed engine compartments. This commitment to safety standards sets Jabsco apart as a brand that marine professionals and serious recreational boaters trust without hesitation.

Whether you're maintaining a single outboard or managing a twin-engine cruiser, Jabsco's range of oil change systems and pumps offers a clean, engineered solution for every application. Explore the full Jabsco brand catalog to discover their broader lineup of marine fluid-handling products.