ml8300
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Post by ml8300 on Jun 2, 2021 0:00:59 GMT 10
Yeah, that's how I was taught and still do it. Sometimes you can manage to undo the filter by hand, depending on room to get your arm in and grip strength.
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Post by Joey on Jun 2, 2021 19:41:41 GMT 10
I was always told by a head mechanic when i was working with cars (very briefly) that one should put some oil on the new filter seal and never use a wrench to put the filter on, always hand tighten if possible and never overtighten. This was with older cars back in the 80's 90's though, much better access in holdens and fords back then. Yes, always smear a bit of oil on the rubber seal and hand tighten up, we do the same thing in the mines with mega sized filters
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bushdoc2
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Post by bushdoc2 on Jun 2, 2021 20:11:54 GMT 10
I was always told by a head mechanic when i was working with cars (very briefly) that one should put some oil on the new filter seal and never use a wrench to put the filter on, always hand tighten if possible and never overtighten. This was with older cars back in the 80's 90's though, much better access in holdens and fords back then. Ditto. Works fine. Also, on parts like filter/battery, get a nikko pen and write the date/mileage when installed. Makes records easier for servicing if paperwork lost.
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