Torque settings (oil change)

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I always drain the oil as hot as possible. Not only will any contaminants be in suspension, but hot oil is thinner and will drain faster and more completely.

I have a special "oil change glove", which is actually just an old thick (oil soaked) leather work glove. I put it on to protect my hand from the hot oil when I unscrew the drain bolt.

Edit : Oh, I also don't torque the filter. Once the filter seats, it gets an extra half turn. Been doing it that way for decades and haven't had one leak yet.

Sounds reasonable. Being a bush mechanic, torque wrench for bearings, cylinder heads etc. and the rest by feel. So far so good (50yrs).

Cheers