oil change 1st time.

[78OldRide]

Changed my oil for the 1st time. Things I learned. The mechanism at dealer ship stripped the Dean plug for Allen wrench. Need longer Allen wrench for filter bolts 5mm at least 10-12 in long.
I left the bottom plate off for easier access next time.
Patience is a good thing.

 

[NancysToy]

I recommend you don't use an allen wrench. Use the correct sized hex socket on a 3/8" drive ratchet. Don't neglect to tork the plug with a torque wrench. Too tight and you'll have problems the next time.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

I recommend you don't use an allen wrench. Use the correct sized hex socket on a 3.8" drive ratchet. Don't neglect to tork the plug with a torque wrench. Too tight and you'll have problems the next time.

:lecturef_smilie: That may be why the Allen wrench did not work

cruzr joe

 

[78OldRide]

hex head?

OK educate me. I thought I was using right tool.

 

[Silvervette05]

780 ,
All and all how long did it take you?

 

[Gray Ghost]

OK educate me. I thought I was using right tool.

One of these in the appropriate size, typically fit a 3/8" drive ratchet with an extension. And then replace using a torque wrench in place of the ratchet.

 

[NancysToy]

OK educate me. I thought I was using right tool.

The L-shaped hex keys are hard to hold to the bottom of the fastener recess sometimes, and they put a lot of non-rotational force on the fastener, often stripping either the fastener or the wrench. The hex sockets shown above are easy to hold in place with one hand while turning with the other, and the ratchet proves more leverage, making the job easier and making it less likely you will reef hard on the wrench, get off the intended direction, and strip the drain plug. Good tools make for a good job.

 

[GeoffCee]

Dimple Plugs

I fitted Dimple plugs to the engine & oil tank drain holes, mainly for their magnets which seem to me to be strong enough to pull the moon out of its orbit! I don't much like hex or torx bolts where crush washers are used, they're too easily rounded out.