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Old 21-05-18, 12:12 PM   #1213
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Default Re: What have you tinkered with today?

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Originally Posted by Tom_the_great View Post
Even that didn't work the filter just folded and twisted it was that tight. I used a "Monkey Wrench" type tool big sharp teeth that could bite into it and give more leverage (had to take fairing off) so I could move its round ever so slightly at a time.

Did you fit the filter?

I only fit mine as tight as I can using my hands, thin smear of old oil on the seal.

Never had one come loose before and they do seem to self tighten, as I always need to use the filter socket to remove them.
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