Overview

The Jabsco 17215-0000 is a drill-powered pump kit for oil changes and other fluid transfer jobs where a fixed pump is not practical. It runs from a standard electric drill with a 1/4 in. to 3/8 in. chuck, pumps up to 3.5 GPM, and self-primes to 3 ft.

This kit version includes the added pieces needed to pull engine oil through a dipstick tube, while still working as a general transfer pump for short service jobs around the boat. It makes sense as a maintenance tool for inboard and I/O engines, winterizing work, and other controlled fluid transfer tasks where portability matters more than a permanent installation.

Key features

• Works with an electric drill that accepts a 1/4 in. shaft and has a 1/4 in. to 3/8 in. chuck
• Pumps up to 3.5 GPM for faster transfer than a manual utility pump
• Self-primes to 3 ft, which helps when the fluid source sits below the pump
• Includes 3/4 in. garden hose thread port adapters for common hose connections
• Oil-change kit includes a 1/4 in. x 40 in. dipstick probe, probe adapter, and 3 ft of 1/2 in. hose
• Portable setup that uses the drill as the power source, so it does not need a permanent 12V or 24V connection

Compatibility and fit

This pump suits boats where access for oil extraction is through the dipstick tube and where a portable service pump is easier to use than a fixed oil changer. The included dipstick probe and hose are the parts that matter for engine oil service, and the garden hose thread adapters make the pump easier to adapt for other transfer work.

An electric drill is required, and this pump is best treated as a maintenance tool rather than a continuous-duty onboard pump. For buyers checking fit, the main points are drill chuck compatibility, the 3 ft self-priming limit, and whether the included 40 in. probe matches the reach needed for the engine's dipstick tube.

Installation and setup

Setup is straightforward: secure the pump shaft in the drill chuck, connect the hose arrangement for the job, and support the hoses so they are not pulling on the fittings while the drill is running. For engine oil changes, the normal setup is the dipstick probe on the suction side and the 1/2 in. hose on the discharge side into a waste container.

Use it in a ventilated work area and keep it away from flammable vapors. This is a good match for boat owners, yard crews, and mobile mechanics who want one compact pump kit they can carry aboard for routine engine service and general fluid transfer.

What’s included

• Drill pump
• Two 3/4 in. garden hose thread port adapters
• 3 ft of 1/2 in. hose
• Probe adapter
• 1/4 in. x 40 in. dipstick probe