Lubing the seal is pretty simple. Before you install the filter, dip your finger in fresh oil and spread a thin film of it on the rubber gasket on the bottom of the filter.
Two reasons for this. It creates a better seal and makes the filter easier to get off the next time you change oil. There is a torque value for tightening the filter, but I don't know offhand what it is. I use the shade tree mechanic technique -- tighten it snug by hand, then use your wrench to tighten another one- quarter turn. Be careful not to over-tighten. It's a bitch laying on your back trying to loosen a filter or drain plug previously installed by a muscle bound gorilla (!). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
