I agree! Mix and Match drain plugs for no apparent reason. I think this is the main reason so many have 'Stripped' drain plugs. It's because they used the wrong tool which SEEMS to fit. But doesn't really.
I understand the thinking but I cringe when people use a torque wrench on the 998 filter caps. Whether you use a torque wrench or not, here are some tips on the filter caps.
When replacing the filter caps, alternate back and forth on each screw to get even pressure on both. If you tighten one screw all the way down first, you will probably strip the other screw trying to get it evened up.
Remember, the O-Ring does the sealing and it requires very little pressure to do so. The cap screws DO NOT need to be very tight at all. Evenly snugged up is PLENTY! Tiny threads in aluminum are an invitation to stripping. Be reasonable. Tighter is not always better. And in this case, it isn't better at all.
If you tighten the caps unevenly you also run the risk of pinching or slicing the O-Ring. So again, simply alternate the tightening sequence to get even pressure on both screws.
It's not that difficult to do if you follow a few simple guidelines. Thousands of Spyder owners do their own oil changes saving time, money and getting to know their machine a little better.
