Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
#11
RE: Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
I have always gone hand tight, plus about a quarter turn with the oil filter wrench. But I also have always put a thin coat of grease on the oil filter O-ring, as well as the threads, prior to re-install....
Has always worked for me with no issues....
Has always worked for me with no issues....
#13
RE: Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
Here's what I do. I tighten it until it makes contact with the base. Then, I make a reference mark on the filter by scratching some of the paint off. Then, it gets 1 full turn and that is it. I use a strap wrench if my grip is lacking on that particular day.
#15
RE: Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
ORIGINAL: mcburns36
Have you ever dented the filter using the wrench?
Have you ever dented the filter using the wrench?
No, it applies even pressure so it doesn't happen. Oh, it could if you had the strap down in the middle of the filter at it's weakest point instaed at the crimping on the end.
#16
6th Gear Member
RE: Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
You'd have to really torque it on tight to damage it with a strap wrench. As long as you're only tightening it less than 1 turn from hand tight, my answer would be no, you won't damage it. And ALWAYS put a film of oil on the gasket before installing and ALWAYS wipe any debris off the mating surface on the engine.
#17
RE: Oil Filter..........Hand Tight?
ORIGINAL: mcburns36
Have you ever dented the filter using the wrench?
Have you ever dented the filter using the wrench?