Oil Change woes [Archive] - Audizine Forums

TheHeggi

03-07-2009, 01:54 PM

So I can't seem to get the damn oil filter canister off. Whoever did it last (dealership) overtightened the drain plug and filter canister it seems. I can get to the canister from the bottom with an extension and a swivel, but does anybody know what size the canister "nut" is? It's larger than 1", I know that, but I don't have a good adjustable wrench as they say in the DIY like I thought I did...is it metric/standard? Anybody? Help... [:(] I've tried every tool I have and a filter wrench...

TheHeggi

03-07-2009, 02:12 PM

Nevermind, SEARCH FTMTW!!! If search is wrong though, search is curtains...I'll be back...[wrench]

mksap11

03-07-2009, 03:45 PM

So I can't seem to get the damn oil filter canister off. Whoever did it last (dealership) overtightened the drain plug and filter canister it seems. I can get to the canister from the bottom with an extension and a swivel, but does anybody know what size the canister "nut" is? It's larger than 1", I know that, but I don't have a good adjustable wrench as they say in the DIY like I thought I did...is it metric/standard? Anybody? Help... [:(] I've tried every tool I have and a filter wrench...

You need a 36mm socket

viziers

03-07-2009, 03:51 PM

Or you can use a strap wrench, it kinda resembles a oil filter wrench.

vizi

Blarg

03-07-2009, 03:59 PM

I bought a big adjustable wrench to get mine off, not the best tool since it's so big but at least I can use it for other large bolts that need some torque!

Subaru71

03-07-2009, 04:22 PM

36mm socket would still be your best bet. The canister is supposed to be torqued to 25-30 Nm. I tried that a few days ago on my latest oil change and that is TIGHT. I usually just go with tight as I can go with a 12" ratchet.. thats sufficient. Now the drain plug shouldn't be that hard.

wayneB7

03-07-2009, 08:43 PM

So I can't seem to get the damn oil filter canister off. Whoever did it last (dealership) overtightened the drain plug and filter canister it seems.

Sorry ot hear of these woes. I am sure that whoever did this before is ignorant of the proper torque that is to be used.

But I am curious about the oil drain plug, and if others have used what used to be called the Fumoto Valve but is not called the Quick Oil Drain Valve (http://www.quickoildrainvalve.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=142)?

I have use this on several of my past vehicles (the ones with nipples) and it makes the draining of the oil a no brainer. No more messing around with taking out the plug and no more risking the apprentice at the oil change place over-torquing the plug and stripping the threads in the oil pan.

I am going to be doing this "high performance upgrade" to my oil pan. Should be good for at least 2 - 3 horsepower ... [;)]

TheHeggi

03-08-2009, 11:35 AM

Thanks guys, 36mm socket did the trick as planned. I need a slightly longer extension but it's tight enough as-is. That damn thing is ridiculous huge and it cost me $16 for one socket lol, but it's cheaper and more comforting than someone else doing it for me :)

barkerd427

03-08-2009, 12:08 PM

I usually take my canister off with a filter wrench and then install it hand tight. I have had no problems doing it this way. If you put the canister on too tight I have heard of them cracking so watch out for that.

Blarg

03-08-2009, 05:23 PM

I usually take my canister off with a filter wrench and then install it hand tight. I have had no problems doing it this way. If you put the canister on too tight I have heard of them cracking so watch out for that.

Yep, I have first-hand knowledge of it cracking when you torque it down too much. HAND TIGHT or you'll be buying the canister, at least it comes with a new filter...[cool]