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  1. Inowownone

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    #1 Inowownone, Apr 10, 2006
    I'll do another search... but, it appears that I will need to purchase a 12mm hex socket (male end, correct?). Others that have done this before... do you recommend ramps or two jacks? Can you get the car up enough with one jack? Safe?
    I got the brass washers (from NAPA) to put back on the drain plug. Oil and Oil Filter are purchased as well. JimE, are you still up for assisting...to make sure I don't drain the gear oil....?
    Sure would be nice to have a lift or a pit.
    Rob... reading your previous posts.... stating you change your oil every 1,000 miles... are you doing this yourself... or 100% taking it to Norwoods (James)? I read where it looked like you have done both. Also read that you are using 8 quarts.
    I change the oil in my other vehicals, but since this is my "first time" with my 328... just wanted to do a little extra homework. Thank you for your input.
     
  2. rob lay

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    #2 rob lay, Apr 10, 2006
    I think you have it down. I prefer using the ramps and just backing up on them. Plenty of clearance to keep from hitting body and plenty of room to get under there. Much easier than jacking up, placing two stands, and making sure secure.

    12 hex needed. Sears.com is good source. New filter and copper crush ring. Don't remember, but I guess start with 8 quarts and then check levels when warm.

    I will do myself unless car is already in Norwoods for something else.

    Big hint, you need a large (10 qt. +) open catch container. The entire 8+ quarts will dump in about 5-10 seconds. Even 2 inch holes of most catch containers will overflow quickly.

    I change more at 1,500 miles or 6 months now.
     
  3. jimpo1

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    #3 jimpo1, Apr 10, 2006
    I'll still assist, just to watch somebody else learn how! :)

    I have a low profile floor jack if you need it, bought it just for the Ferrari.
     
  4. Inowownone

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    #4 Inowownone, Apr 10, 2006
    Thanks Rob and Jim.
    Jim, I have a low profile jack as well. Maybe the use of yours and mine would work... since I don't own any ramps. Might need to get another oil pan..... mine will hold the 8 quarts... but, the fill hole is pretty small (less than 1").
     
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    #5 rob lay, Apr 10, 2006
    You MUST have two floor jacks holding the car up for safety. Never just depend on the pump jack. $20 at Wal-Mart, but about same price you can get ramps.
     
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    #6 jimpo1, Apr 10, 2006
    Yeah, if you use just both pump jacks, you'll be the one sliding under the car! :)
     
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    #7 TX907, Apr 10, 2006
    Don't wait until the last minute to try to find a large hex socket. I needed a large one for an oil change on the bike the day before a track day and almost didn't find one. I think Sears only stocks up to 10mm at the store. I did find a set of 3 larger ones (for auto drain plugs, I presume) at AutoZone but I can't remember the 3 sizes.
     
  8. Inowownone

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    #8 Inowownone, Apr 11, 2006
    Garrick, You were correct. Auto Zone has a set of 3 (12mm, 14mm and 17mm) for $7.99 (1/2 socket drive). I assume that the "hex patter" is a standard 6 sided / hexagon? Thanks.
     
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    #9 TX907, Apr 11, 2006
    Yes, the hex "key" or "bit" is the six-sided male tool. I thought when I was growing up my dad always called them an allen key or wrench, but I don't really hear anyone using that term any more.
     

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