360 Oil Change Filter Wrench

I'm doing that now and I since I have every oil filter wrench known to man, I thought I could do without it. None of my wrenches fit except one and it won't budge it. Guess the last time I had it done, they got some big SOB to tighten it. Haven't tried a strap wrench yet but due to it's location, under the support, etc. I'm thinking that the special wrench would make it a whole lot easier....

 

Getting it off is one thing. There is a torque spec for putting it on and it is important. THAT is what you need a wrench for.

 

In the UK we can buy a compatible Laser tool for $20 or less....

 

uxcell Repairing Tool 86mm Inner Diameter 18 Flutes Metal Oil Filter Wrench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IUNYAPY/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_ueNyAb2HMHDS6

This is for 430 not sure if the same for 360

14 dollars

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+1, I used to do my oil changes with a simple strap wrench to remove and install. But there have been enough cases of not tightening sufficiently and causing a leak and mess, and the risk of overtightening, that I went ahead and bought the Hill Engineering tool from Ricambi years ago. It is really well made and I can use a properly calibrated torque wrench to ensure it is sufficiently tight, but not too tight. There are cheaper tools from stamped steel with spot welds (several in fact), they generally work, but I recall a post where one came apart on someone. They welded it back. That won't happen with the Hill tool, its made for a lifetime.

 

FYI, I ordered this from Amazon and I don't know if they sent the wrong thing or if the manufacture did but it did not fit the 348/355/360 filter (purflux 197654). The description matched more or less but the tool had 15 lands, not 18 flutes and it was larger....

Tool that Ricambi sells is the same for 430 which is a different filter number

14 dollars is good but down time to send it back, get the right one, etc. is not. Should have ordered from Ricambi in the first place....

 

The link I gave you worked for me ..fits my 430 scuderia filter perfectly..sorry that happened to you..give amazon a call .they will make it right

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You may want to order the correct oil filter wrench.
The one I use is Facom 3/8SD Notched Oil Filter Cap Wrench D.156 86mm 18pt
D.156-FACOM. This is the proper wrench made for the Ferrari Purflux oil filter.
Cost was 16.49GBP which included shipping from UK to USA and purchased from
MotorSport Tools.

 

I just placed an order from Amazon for my Scud. Thanks for the info.

 

The first year I had the car I used a strap wrench. It was a PIA. I bought the factory tool and it's a breeze now. Just spring for the right tool and be done.

 

Here is a direct link to save people time: https://www.motorsport-tools.com/facom-3-8sd-notched-oil-filter-cap-wrench-d-156-86mm-18pt.html
The other option is the USAG: http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?products_id=8609 But I think it was the USAG that the welds popped on someone and he had to weld it back together. A risk with all of these designs that are made from two pieces welded together. But not a big deal if you have a welder. (edit: seems the USAG and Facom are made by the same supplier according to the ad script from Ultimate Garage)

 

Already dealing with them on it

 

That is correct. The one review on the tool on Amazon stated it worked on a 430. So, since I have a 360, I checked the part numbers and the Ricambi tool number and verified the tool works for both filters prior to posting my reply here

 

The flute pattern changed on Purflux filters in late 2016, that's why your tool likely doesn't fit. Hill Engineering released a REV-B version of the tool because of this issue, which is the version we sell at Ricambi America : OFT-02 Oil Filter Wrench

 

I can say in fact that the link I used above in early 2017 (Feb) and a filter in March 2017 worked very well...the description was spot on and was exactly what came ..measurements that is





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Space is very tight and near impossible to get band type wrench tightened up and then have any space to turn it. The first time I DIY needed the correct cap style wrench to get it off (it was way over-tightened by the Ferrari dealer shop). The cap style is the easiest anyways so might as well get it now. As far as install torque I found that the required book torque yields the usual 3/4 to 1 full turn that everyone has been using for eons.

 

I can confirm the cheap 86/18 fits the pureflux 197654 fitted to my 360 at the last annual in September 17

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Good to know, but I believe the tool is actually the wrong one since it has 15 flats instead of 18 flutes. The picture on Amazon is also different than what I received. Image Unavailable, Please Login

 

I had my oil tank off and was able to get a standard type oil filter wrench in there but I'm pretty sure they over torqued mine also....put everything into it I could and could not budge it. If I put a strap wrench on it, I'm almost certain that I will collapse the housing...I'm betting not only was it over torqued but also put on dry....

 

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Look at the difference between the two pics paying attention to the flats. The latter one isn't really a proper tool for purflux filters as it does not have the rounded flutes which fit into the filter flutes. Mike 01606 has the proper wrench

 

I ended up getting the cheapo cap wrench and almost stripped the 3/8 drive getting the filter off. 2nd time around with the proper torque on the filter the 3/8 drive cheapo worked fine, even with a slightly elongated socket.

 

Correct. However, the actual picture in the Amazon add shows the correct application, with 18 flutes. The item which was sent to me was boxed wrong, pulled wrong, etc. I have no doubt that the add is for the correct item, it was just the wrong one sent to me.