Oil Filter Socket Wrench Question

[clickman]

Good luck. Apparently many have had success with generics. I haven't. A metal one just wouldn't go on properly, and the plastic ones just slip.

The last time I changed my oil I managed to get the housing off, but no way could I get it back on torqued. So I got it on as tight as I could by the armstrong method, and so far no leaks!

You'd think I'd give up and buy the Porsche one. But no! Now I'm going to try a fabric strap wrench made by Quaker State that fits onto my 1/2" socket driver.

[chaudanova]

you can get the oil filter socket for under $5 at most auto parts stores...I don't recall exactly which size it was, you can do a search on the forum here...I think it was a size B...

[SeanZ4]

I went through the same thing... I did my own oil change back in Jan. I found a perfect tool/wrench at my local Autozone for around $6. I was pleasantly surprised at how well it fit around the filter housing. Honestly I think I tightened mine by hand and it was fine. No affiliation, but I think there are AZ's in CA???

sean