Applying torque - oil filter and diff plug

[catlotion]

Hi everyone!

finally got round to changing the oil yesterday (nice and messy), but didn't know how tight to go with the oil filter (screw-on adapter). I did it hand tight and then a little bit more with the chain wrench but then it leaked a little when engine running - what does everyone do? A fullturn with the wrench?

Also topped up differential oil and have same problem - although I have the torque setting I don't have a square socket - anyone know where I can get one?

cheers,

Toby

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catlotion wrote:

Hi everyone!

finally got round to changing the oil yesterday (nice and messy), but didn't know how tight to go with the oil filter (screw-on adapter). I did it hand tight and then a little bit more with the chain wrench but then it leaked a little when engine running - what does everyone do? A fullturn with the wrench?

Also topped up differential oil and have same problem - although I have the torque setting I don't have a square socket - anyone know where I can get one?

cheers,

Toby

Hiya Toby, the canister oil filter should only be done up hand tight, you've probably distorted it by using the wrench, try another one. The diff plug is tapered and doesn't need to be torqued up, if it's leaking it must be loose, just wind it up with an open ender. Good luck. Martin.

[catlotion]

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thanks Martin.will check the filter.

sump plug is fine and leak free- I torqued up according to the ROM.

cheers!

[DJT]

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Toby,

Did you lubricate the seal on thefilter first? I usually fill the new filter with fresh oil, then dip my finger in it and spread a good film of oil onto the seal, then screw it into place. When the seal touches the face, turn it another 1/4-turn or so. Wipe the filter casing dry and wearing latex or nitrile gloves (or Marigolds if that is your thing ) helps to get a grip on it.

One thing that gets forgotten with spin-on adaptors is the seal between the adaptor and the block. This is the same type of seal as that used to seal the original type of filter casing. These usually come supplied with the element-type filter. They do eventually harden and need replacing. Probably every three years or so.

Dave

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DJT wrote:

Toby,

One thing that gets forgotten with spin-on adaptors is the seal between the adaptor and the block. This is the same type of seal as that used to seal the original type of filter casing. These usually come supplied with the element-type filter. They do eventually harden and need replacing. Probably every three years or so.

Dave

Dave

Just goes to show we learn something new every day

Cheers

Bruce