In search of Oil Filter Wrench for 2009 Boxster

[Proj_356_B]

I have a 2009 Boxster, 987.2.

I have the LN Engineering spin-on oil adapter installed.

Can anyone recommend a good oil filter wrench that will fit the oil filter Napa Gold 1042 or Wix 51042 filter. ?

Last time I changed my oil, I borrowed one from a buddy, but would like to have my own tool.

Thank-you,
Tom
mid-Michigan

[rexcramer]

Just go to any auto parts store and ask them for the cup wrench for that filter number. Or consider ordering one from Pelican Parts.

https://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/ksearch/PEL_search_2016.cgi?command=DWsearch&description=oil+filter+wrench

[Proj_356_B]

rexcramer - good tip, thank-you

[Proj_356_B]

I found a wrench locally that fits the NAPA 1042 filter, the wrench is a 74mm wrench, $8.99 at the local NAPA store.

[piper6909]

You can get a set of these at HF for $7.69 and have oil filter wrenches for just about all your cars.

https://www.harborfreight.com/end-cap-oil-filter-wrench-set-4-piece-63707.html?cid=paid_google|*PLA+-+All+Products|All+Products|63707&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&mkwid=s|pcrid|327822404853|pkw||pmt||pdv|c|slid||p roduct|63707|&pgrid=71439424048&ptaid=aud-454408222021la-300774110102&pcid=1688396772&intent=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi7DtBRCLARIsAGCJWBqInH7sbtFrwgGXO2JZ 2_0jXSNH4tw2Iys5fGx74PtU76BmOzaRv3caAl3FEALw_wcB

[Starter986]

I carry my oil filter removal tool with me 24/7.

My hand. Free, and hasn't yet broken.

[Lew]

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by Lew

It's old-school and perfect, unless there's a lot of crap all around the filter it where it gets in the way of the handle.

I haven't used one of those since the 80's.

[husker boxster]

Originally Posted by piper6909

It's old-school and perfect, unless there's a lot of crap all around the filter it where it gets in the way of the handle.

On a 987.2, there's a lot of crap around the filter. You need the one with a hinged handle.

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by husker boxster

On a 987.2, there's a lot of crap around the filter. You need the one with a hinged handle.

Most cars are like that now, that's why I haven't used one of those since the 80's.

I use cup wrenches mostly, and I have a strap wrench that connects to a 1/2" ratchet for those really tough ones.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/toughone-engine-strap-filter-wrench-w173c/9013180-P?navigationPath=L1*14924%7CL2*15044%7CL3*16234%7C L4*-49996690


That thing has never failed me, even on filters that got crushed from other wrenches.

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by Starter986

I carry my oil filter removal tool with me 24/7.

My hand. Free, and hasn't yet broken.

Obviously, you've been really working on that hand grip!

[Lew]

I would think with the adaptor and a spin on filter you would have enough room to use the one pictured. You only need 1" of grip at the bottom of the filter.

[Starter986]

Originally Posted by piper6909

Obviously, you've been really working on that hand grip!

Dude... I have to. It's a monster. The downside is I have to have all my pants altered to include a third leg. Further, it requires its own shoe... and size 17s are hard to come by. Finally, they only come in pairs and mine is a lefty.

Know anybody looking for 13 size 17 right shoes? Couple of Nikes included.

Don't ask me about socks.

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by Starter986

Dude... I have to. It's a monster. The downside is I have to have all my pants altered to include a third leg. Further, it requires its own shoe... and size 17s are hard to come by. Finally, they only come in pairs and mine is a lefty.

Know anybody looking for 13 size 17 right shoes? Couple of Nikes included.

Don't ask me about socks.

LMAO!