Oil Filter Cap Wrench??

[Kevin G.]

Does anyone make an oil filter cap wrench that's a GOOD fit to the factory Toyota oil filter?

BTW, my yota is a 2008 Sport V8 2WD.

Thanks,
Kevin

 

[r32]

You can get the Repair Manual Specified SST tool at the stealership, and that will fit perfectly for your runner.

Or you can try here:
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/nsearch.aspx?keywords=oil+wrench

They have tons of oil filter wrench tools. Call them and they'll tell you which one you need.

 

[rook]

I use a claw type wrench. It attaches to a ratchet and clamps down when loosening.

 

[GMZ]

I just picked up one from AZ that matched the filter top,

 

[Kmvreter]

Avoid the stealership for tools.
Here's what I use. They are available, cheap, in various standard sizes. Check at some auto parts stores (got this at Canadian Tire up here.)

 

[Nuke]

My strap wrench works just fine even though I have a number of different size cap wrenches.

 

[Kevin G.]

Good info!

Thanks guys.

Kevin

 

[Uneek]

If you're getting the "cup" style oil filter wrench, bring your own filter. With my Mazda, I didn't have my OEM filter on hand, so I used a FRAM replacement at the auto parts store, the wrench did not work when I got home. Needless to say, some after market filter brands are not the same diameter as the OEM filter.

I have a Craftsman adjustable claw one just like the one rook posted. The only negative about an adjustable wrench is it requires two hands, one holding the wrench until the claws get a "bite" on the filter. On the bright side, it'll be the last oil filter wrench you'll need to buy.

 

[Vanuatoo]

I have found this on youtube.
Universal and easy to use wrench.
Unfortunately I could not find this tool online in USA.

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[HenrySoren]

I have found this on youtube.
Universal and easy to use wrench.
Unfortunately I could not find this tool online in USA.

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Here's a link:
http://www.shacktools.com/facom-fast-action-oil-filter-wrench-p-2092.html

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[Vanuatoo]

Here's a link:
http://www.shacktools.com/facom-fast-action-oil-filter-wrench-p-2092.html

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It's in UK.

 

[Nuke]

Besides all my other cars and my current '08 Sport, I've owned 2nd gen and 3rd gen 4Runners. I never needed anything more than the basic strap wrench but with a pivoting arm. I think you guyz are getting a bit too "tool happy"!
:jump:

 

[074.0Runner]

I've got a set of Channellock oil filter pliers that I use, along with a cheap AutoZone claw wrench.
http://www.channellock.com/acb/stores/1/category.cfm?SID=1&Category_ID=5

But if you oil the gasket on the oil filter enough, you wont need to use a wrench.

 

[Kevin G.]

As a follow-up....

.....I found a cap wrench at Advance Auto Parts. It's a perfect fit for the factory filter that's on the V8.

The brand is Ampro, 73mm, 14 flutes, 3/8" drive.......$5.49.

BTW....the factory SST tool is about 60-70 bucks......ouch!

Thanks again,
Kevin

 

[oitnmkdfj]

It attaches to a ratchet and clamps down when loosening.