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Posted by: tumamilhem Feb 13 2013, 03:27 PM
What's the best oil wrench to use on a 914? I don't have the wrench because I always ended up using my buddy Phil's (some of you guys remember Phil Sparta). So I need to get one but not sure which one is best to use (I remember there were a few different ones, some worked better than others). Suggestions?
Posted by: JawjaPorsche Feb 13 2013, 04:03 PM
I use the Performance Tool Cap Filter Wrench that I got at Advance Auto Parts. Size 93mm. Just put a socket ratchet on it.
Here is similar one:
http://www.northernautoparts.com/ProductModelDetail.cfm?ProductModelId=2455
Posted by: Rand Feb 13 2013, 04:07 PM
Have you really experienced a problem with the wrench you had? Or have you not tried it?
Posted by: Tom_T Feb 13 2013, 07:31 PM
I use the Performance Tool Cap Filter Wrench that I got at Advance Auto Parts. Size 93mm. Just put a socket ratchet on it.
Here is similar one:
http://www.northernautoparts.com/ProductModelDetail.cfm?ProductModelId=2455
The cup type which fits over the end of the filter is best, as in the pic in the link above, but local auto parts or even some auto sections at places like wally-mart have them too.
Posted by: balljoint Feb 13 2013, 09:42 PM
I have three or four different oil filter wrenches. They come in handy depending on which vehicle I am working on and how easy the individual filter is to remove. I have never felt the need to hammer a screwdriver through a filter and commence turning.
They are inexpensive tools that will never be worked so hard that they wear out.
The way that the filters are recessed on these motors means that the end cap style is a good first choice.
And they come in a variety of colours. 
Posted by: KELTY360 Feb 13 2013, 11:38 PM
I use the Performance Tool Cap Filter Wrench that I got at Advance Auto Parts. Size 93mm. Just put a socket ratchet on it.
Here is similar one:
http://www.northernautoparts.com/ProductModelDetail.cfm?ProductModelId=2455
Posted by: type47 Feb 14 2013, 06:57 AM
I have a "strap" type filter wrench; it has a 3/8" square drive "hole" for an extension; when you wan to unscrew the filter, the strap design tightens on the filter so it would work for a variety of sizes; strap fits nicely on the recessed filter.
Posted by: tumamilhem Feb 14 2013, 08:08 AM
I have three or four different oil filter wrenches. They come in handy depending on which vehicle I am working on and how easy the individual filter is to remove. I have never felt the need to hammer a screwdriver through a filter and commence turning.
They are inexpensive tools that will never be worked so hard that they wear out.
The way that the filters are recessed on these motors means that the end cap style is a good first choice.
And they come in a variety of colours.
Just like our cars.
Posted by: tumamilhem Feb 14 2013, 08:09 AM
I have a "strap" type filter wrench; it has a 3/8" square drive "hole" for an extension; when you wan to unscrew the filter, the strap design tightens on the filter so it would work for a variety of sizes; strap fits nicely on the recessed filter.
That's what I used before.
Posted by: JawjaPorsche Feb 14 2013, 08:19 AM
I have a "strap" type filter wrench; it has a 3/8" square drive "hole" for an extension; when you wan to unscrew the filter, the strap design tightens on the filter so it would work for a variety of sizes; strap fits nicely on the recessed filter.
That's what I used before.
I have used a strap filter wrench too but the Cap Filter Wrench makes your job much easier. There is not much space around the filter when installed to get the strap wrench on. The Cap Filter Wrench cost less than $5 too.
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