Oil Filter Wrench
09-04-2003, 12:28 PM
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Oil Filter Wrench
FYI PEP Boys carries an oil filter wrench that fits the "new" smaller oil filters. It uses a 3/8" drive. It's "RiteFit" model A255 (65mm x 14 flute). Less than $5.
It looks just like the one sold by Trussville Mazda:
Given the location of the filter on the RX-8 and the propensity of Mazda to over-tighten them at the factory, an oil filter wrench is a must-have tool.
Dave
It looks just like the one sold by Trussville Mazda:
Given the location of the filter on the RX-8 and the propensity of Mazda to over-tighten them at the factory, an oil filter wrench is a must-have tool.
Dave
09-04-2003, 02:11 PM
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I figured they'd have one to fit at Pep Boys.
You can also use a long extension and a universal with one to VERY easily remove it.
BTW, I would still hand-tighten the filter. Using a ratchet might get it too tight for next time.
Dale
You can also use a long extension and a universal with one to VERY easily remove it.
BTW, I would still hand-tighten the filter. Using a ratchet might get it too tight for next time.
Dale
09-04-2003, 04:28 PM
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Originally posted by dcfc3s
I figured they'd have one to fit at Pep Boys.
You can also use a long extension and a universal with one to VERY easily remove it.
BTW, I would still hand-tighten the filter. Using a ratchet might get it too tight for next time.
Dale
I figured they'd have one to fit at Pep Boys.
You can also use a long extension and a universal with one to VERY easily remove it.
BTW, I would still hand-tighten the filter. Using a ratchet might get it too tight for next time.
Dale
Absolutely correct. Oil filter wrenches are removal tools only!
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