I've gone to a few auto parts stores as well as Walmart and Ace Hardware, but none has the correct size for the OEM oil filter wrench our trucks use. I'm not looking for the band, strap, or universal type wrench and I'm not willing to pay the dealer their outrageous price for that wrench. The type I'm searching for is the one pictured here. Mine is a V6, not sure if V8 uses the same. If you have any leads that would be awesome. Thanks.
Oil Filter Wrench Size
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triethylborane
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The one I have used successfully on my V6 is labeled 73mm with 14 flutes and 3/8" drive. Its a Capri tool that also fits a 996 T 3.6, so I think its maintained the dimensions. Id check Amazon lol
montijo505
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I use this one, no issues!
uxcell A16041800ux1249 14 Flutes 73mm Inside Dia Cap Type Car Oil Filter Wrench Cup for Lexus Amazon.com: uxcell A16041800ux1249 14 Flutes 73mm Inside Dia Cap Type Car Oil Filter Wrench Cup for Lexus: Automotive
Edit: forgot to specify, this fits the YZZD3 Toyota filters perfect. Not an issue for me as I always use Toyota filters.
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Drcoffee
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There is no specific / universal filter wrench for “your” vehicle. Every filter brand is unique in size. Bring your new or favorite filter to advance auto parts and choose the wrench that fits it. They come in various sizes. One will fit and the cost $5-&10. Dont over complicate it.
If you switch filter brands, your wrench may no longer fit. I’m partial to Purolator filters
*Handy tip #354, with a permanent marker, write the milage of when you installed the filter, on the filter itself. When you see 176,000 on the filter, and you are now at 182,000 miles, its time for an oil change.
If you switch filter brands, your wrench may no longer fit. I’m partial to Purolator filters
*Handy tip #354, with a permanent marker, write the milage of when you installed the filter, on the filter itself. When you see 176,000 on the filter, and you are now at 182,000 miles, its time for an oil change.
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firebirdguy
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the universal band type filter wrenches work great & avoid the hassle you are running into here where you cant find the right size specific for your filter.
& on these V6 engines, its so easy to get to the filter that if you or a previous person doesnt over tighten it, they can usually be removed by hand. then when installing a new filter dont gorilla tighten it down... i install & remove most my filters by hand, with a properly lubed gasket they only need about 1/2-3/4 turn to seal.
& on these V6 engines, its so easy to get to the filter that if you or a previous person doesnt over tighten it, they can usually be removed by hand. then when installing a new filter dont gorilla tighten it down... i install & remove most my filters by hand, with a properly lubed gasket they only need about 1/2-3/4 turn to seal.
As others have said, filter cap wrenches aren't vehicle specific. It's specific to the filter used, although I would imagine (unconfirmed theory) manufacturers more-or-less tend to use the same diameter/flute arrangement for filters with the same vehicle application.
If you only need to use a wrench for removal, I'm a fan of the 3-claw universal ratcheting gizmos...about $8 from most vendors. Allows me to cover everything from my lawn mower filter to my dad's F-150 (that filter is at the upper end of the tool's diameter spec).
However, if you have a reason to need a tool for installation where you feel you can't get proper torque via hand tightening (ex. Purolator specs 3/4 to 1 turn after the gasket makes contact), the cap wrenches are the way to go, just be careful not to over tighten and distort the gasket. The universal claw tends to crush the filter a little, at least with Purolators. Harbor Freight has this kit of 6 caps in case you have multiple vehicle sizes to service or different branded filters for the 4Runner need a different cap. No personal experience...Good luck!
If you only need to use a wrench for removal, I'm a fan of the 3-claw universal ratcheting gizmos...about $8 from most vendors. Allows me to cover everything from my lawn mower filter to my dad's F-150 (that filter is at the upper end of the tool's diameter spec).
However, if you have a reason to need a tool for installation where you feel you can't get proper torque via hand tightening (ex. Purolator specs 3/4 to 1 turn after the gasket makes contact), the cap wrenches are the way to go, just be careful not to over tighten and distort the gasket. The universal claw tends to crush the filter a little, at least with Purolators. Harbor Freight has this kit of 6 caps in case you have multiple vehicle sizes to service or different branded filters for the 4Runner need a different cap. No personal experience...Good luck!
Syr4RinNC
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Not adding anything- but agree with all. Certainly when you install them they just need to be snugged. That said I have had a few that get really wedged on there and ive had to resort to some more challenging ways to remove them.
I always use different filters depending on the deal I find, so it is frustrating that my socket/ wrench doesnt always fit
I always use different filters depending on the deal I find, so it is frustrating that my socket/ wrench doesnt always fit
montijo505
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Buy in bulk at the dealership and avoid that problem lol
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ads2539
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+1 to buying in bulk. I bought a case of 10 OEM filters and 10 drain plug gaskets a long time ago, and I still have a few left.
montijo505
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Even if you buy a half case, that’s five filters. At 5k intervals depending on how much you drive that’s at least a couple years worth. I have a fumoto valve so no crush washers for me. Makes the whole thing even easier.
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ads2539
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I just installed my fumoto valve, so I won’t need the 3 crush washers I have left ($1 ea).
Those are nice, except on some diesels, which can be torqued on there pretty good causes the jaws to dig into the filter and collapse it.
This style works similarly except it uses teeth to grip onto the filter. Hands down the best one I've used.
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Drcoffee
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Does the valve allow the thick oil to fully drain from the bottom of the oil pan? Looks to me like the valve threads would stand too tall in the pan stopping all the crud from draining completely. Id be curious, once you drain with the valve, remove the valve and see if anything more drains out.
Downside to buying in bulk, I have 5 $8 filters now for a Lexus car I no longer own. I buy 1-2 at a time now. Alway keep one in reserve. And reuse the crush washers forever.
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ads2539
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There are several “threads” on this forum about the length of the fumoto valve threads. After reading those threads, I have concluded that the fumoto valve threads are the proper length. I won’t be doing my first oil change with my fumoto valve until next year, so I won’t know from experience for a while.
I like the look of that...where'd you find it. Haven't seen that style before.
For any number of reasons, some folks won't be able to achieve the recommended torque by hand. Even someone with a healthy kung-fu grip will struggle if they get a little oil on their hand or the outside of the can during install.
For similar reasons, I miss the textured coating Purolator used to put on their yellow PureOne filters. More margin of error with oil/sweat/angle of access...or just the finger joints acting up.
Justbuckstuff
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The last time I had to pull one off a 2UZ I just used a titan strap... granted I was in a hurry and grabbed the first thing I could find that emulated a rubber strap wrench which is my personal favorite for loosening. I could see why the impact mounted one would be nice on the V6 though since its on top.
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