oil filter wrench
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oil filter wrench
Did an oil change this past weekend put I couldn't get anywhere near the recommended 25nm torque on the oil filter cap. I used a 76mm 14 flute wrench from autozone which got it snug but then slipped. I used my oem porsche oil filter wrench which got it tighter but still not close to 25nm.
I think it'll be fine but I rather use an appropriately fitting oil filter wrench -- perhaps a deeper socket one. Anyone have success with a different wrench?
btw removing and putting back the underbody panels is the biggest pia for the whole procedure.
I think it'll be fine but I rather use an appropriately fitting oil filter wrench -- perhaps a deeper socket one. Anyone have success with a different wrench?
btw removing and putting back the underbody panels is the biggest pia for the whole procedure.
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I've always wondered about those panels. I suppose they help keep car ride quiet?? I have you thought about Mity Vac where you suck the oil out the dipstick? I use to do oil changes myself but too lazy now with other more enjoyable things to do.
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I've always wondered about those panels. I suppose they help keep car ride quiet?? I have you thought about Mity Vac where you suck the oil out the dipstick? I use to do oil changes myself but too lazy now with other more enjoyable things to do.
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I believe the main purpose of the under panels is corrosion protection with secondary benefits of road hazard protection, aerodynamics and noise.
On a side note, after 80,000 miles, it looked pretty darn clean under there.
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I've always wondered about those panels. I suppose they help keep car ride quiet?? I have you thought about Mity Vac where you suck the oil out the dipstick? I use to do oil changes myself but too lazy now with other more enjoyable things to do.
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Thanks. I've ordered
-- assenmacher 0219 oil filter wrench and I'll post back if it doesn't fit. I have the M272 engine but I suspect the filter cap is the same as yours.
-- assenmacher 0219 oil filter wrench and I'll post back if it doesn't fit. I have the M272 engine but I suspect the filter cap is the same as yours.
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Assenmacher (ASTM0219) 74mm Oil Filter Wrench - Amazon.com
-- assenmacher 0219 oil filter wrench and I'll post back if it doesn't fit. I have the M272 engine but I suspect the filter cap is the same as yours.
Assenmacher (ASTM0219) 74mm Oil Filter Wrench - Amazon.com
-- assenmacher 0219 oil filter wrench and I'll post back if it doesn't fit. I have the M272 engine but I suspect the filter cap is the same as yours.
Im at a loss. Im planning on getting an adjustable wrench and use it wih the ast wrench to simultaneously turn the *******. I feep like a chump but at least Im young and it wont happen next time.
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Sorry to hear of your problems ... did you get this resolved? You have to be careful with those micrometer torque wrenches and be keenly aware of the tactile feel in the handle once the fastener reaches the set torque. You also have to return the torque setting to minimum before storing it away after use.
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Sorry to hear of your problems ... did you get this resolved? You have to be careful with those micrometer torque wrenches and be keenly aware of the tactile feel in the handle once the fastener reaches the set torque. You also have to return the torque setting to minimum before storing it away after use.
I took a 2 inch wide strip of 60 grit sandpaper and put it on top of the oil filter cap. I then took the ast oil filter wrench at tapped it onto the cap with a rubber mallet. No slipping after that, it came right off. It took another 30 minutes however to get the oil filter wrench off the oil filter cap.
You're right about being aware of the feel of the handle of click type torque wrenches when using low torque.
I ended up getting a CDI torque wrench which seems pretty nice.
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Sandpaper for engine oil changes?
I got it off using a sandpaper trick.
I took a 2 inch wide strip of 60 grit sandpaper and put it on top of the oil filter cap. I then took the ast oil filter wrench at tapped it onto the cap with a rubber mallet. No slipping after that, it came right off. It took another 30 minutes however to get the oil filter wrench off the oil filter cap...
I took a 2 inch wide strip of 60 grit sandpaper and put it on top of the oil filter cap. I then took the ast oil filter wrench at tapped it onto the cap with a rubber mallet. No slipping after that, it came right off. It took another 30 minutes however to get the oil filter wrench off the oil filter cap...
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I would suggest the same...I use these thick rubber bands wrenches now vs buying varying oil filter cap wrenches. Also, hand tighten the new oil filter should be sufficient torque.
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