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Originally Posted by vash View Post
do pro mechanics simply have stronger hands than me? or are they using a wrench? i kinda spin them on and do the 3/4 turn thing and look for leaks after a refill and motor start. i never leak at the filter.
It might be the experience and stronger hands. If you're working for money you lose time wrestling an overtight filter off, so there is no advantage to cranking it down too tight if you ever expect to see the car again.
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