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GMINI · Aug 6th, 2004, 02:54 PM

I'm on -100 for service at 44k. Am I really to drive 1 hr to either of the nearest dealerships just to get a filter. It's been two years. Does any auto parts place carry them yet???? Maybe I'll just hose the old one out.

update: found the filter, where's the 36mm sprocket??? see below for where i've tried.

btw: there's a chinese filter with the corrrect part number that doesn't fit. terry syther has photos of it on his site. i spent a portion of today sweatin the one i have as it looks very similar.

I'll find out when i find a shallow 36mm or 1 7/16" socket

GMINI · Aug 6th, 2004, 03:02 PM

Good question. I won't deleet it.

Answer for Danbury, CT area: Axel's Automotive

obehave · Aug 6th, 2004, 07:55 PM

Glad I could help

kapps · Aug 6th, 2004, 09:38 PM

2 years!!! Keep the change intervals to 1 year even with very little driving. Oil doesn't last much longer in an engine.

GMINI · Aug 7th, 2004, 06:14 AM

jeeze guys! 2 years the mini's been in the US. time for maintenance parts to be stocked by schmo auto parts stores.

my MINI's been serviced as perscribed.
\
where the heck for the derned shallow 32mm 1 7/16" sprocket? That' s the question.
Not sears, home dept, auto zone, advance auto, napa or car quest.

9000RPMan · Aug 7th, 2004, 12:55 PM

Oil Filter Wrench

Here is a great oil filter wrench. I bought it and it works well.

GMINI · Aug 7th, 2004, 04:25 PM

ah griot's. but is this going to work on our canister? have you tried it? It kind of makes sense that it would. Does this mean I can use any filter wrench i find today, instead of a 32mm for which i've looked high and low?

stryder · Aug 7th, 2004, 05:05 PM

You can spend a ton of money on the correct one (socket, not sprocket

. or cut a long one in half, for very little money.

I'll try and dig up the link to the correct one.

And you can easily buy the filters from a dealer like Classic that ship parts, though it seems you've already found a supplier.

stryder · Aug 7th, 2004, 05:16 PM

Here's the thread on either using the sears socket or buying the correct one:
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...ht=36mm+socket

And its a 36mm socket, which is probably why you didn't find any info about it looking for 32.

Another thread said it cost $3 for a machine shop to cut down a standard 36mm, but then you still have to use the 1/2 ratchet. Though obehave aparently has used the normal depth 36mm craftsman one.

GMINI · Aug 7th, 2004, 11:01 PM

machine shop. got it. thanks.

Dark Silver S · Aug 8th, 2004, 07:16 PM

I found mine at Sears. For the longest time, it lived in the cup holder (quite a conversation starter for new passengers).

Oldpaint · Aug 12th, 2004, 07:59 PM

My favorite method to remove an old oil filter when the proper tool was not available was to stab it in the side with a large screw driver, which then became a convenient handle for removal.

obehave · Aug 12th, 2004, 10:11 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by oldpaint1

My favorite method to remove an old oil filter when the proper tool was not available was to stab it in the side with a large screw driver, which then became a convenient handle for removal.

Might not want to try that in this case though. Could be very expensive.

Done the screwdriver thing though

Oldpaint · Aug 13th, 2004, 08:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by obehave

Might not want to try that in this case though. Could be very expensive.

Done the screwdriver thing though

I have proper tools now.

obehave · Aug 13th, 2004, 09:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by oldpaint1

I have proper tools now.

I did then too. Unfortunately they were where I wasn't

oops

GMINI · Aug 14th, 2004, 06:01 AM

I now have a 1/2" deep 36mm socket to fit a 1/2" drive. Unshortened, the socket cleared just enough to loosen the cover a quarter turn before the opposing plastic wall reversed the rachet and prevented further access.

JoeDentist · Aug 15th, 2004, 03:34 PM

I have great reservations about someone who does not know the difference between a 32 mm "sproket" and a 36mm socket working on mechanical devices that might be on the road when I drive by.

Order some replacement oil filters from the dealer in bulk, and take one with you to a quick oil change place. If they exist where you live.

The thought of you up under a car held up by god knows what honking on the drain plug with a sprocket scares me to death!

GMINI · Aug 15th, 2004, 06:31 PM

I've read on this forum about a chain that did not have a tool to fit the filter housing. They changed the oil free of charge.

Nah. Now that I have the tools and a solid local source for filters (Classic MINI if I want bulk), I feel quite confident in my abilities over those of any Speedy Lube's teenage crew. I have a feeling my second change will not be nearly as frustrating as my first...

And Joe - I've edited the first post. I was wondering where i was getting all this 32mm razzing from.

9000RPMan · Aug 22nd, 2004, 12:40 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by GMINI

ah griot's. but is this going to work on our canister? have you tried it? It kind of makes sense that it would. Does this mean I can use any filter wrench i find today, instead of a 32mm for which i've looked high and low?

Yes I bought the the wrench from Griot's and it works perfectly.

Spectre · Jun 27th, 2005, 05:05 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Dark Silver S

I found mine at Sears. For the longest time, it lived in the cup holder (quite a conversation starter for new passengers).

Word to that. Craftsman, 1/2" drive. I paid $7 for it, went home and worked like a charm. No extension needed!

Aug 6th, 2004, 02:54 PM	#1
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	Short Notice: Where do I Get an Oil Filter & a 36mm socket I'm on -100 for service at 44k. Am I really to drive 1 hr to either of the nearest dealerships just to get a filter. It's been two years. Does any auto parts place carry them yet???? Maybe I'll just hose the old one out. update: found the filter, where's the 36mm sprocket??? see below for where i've tried. btw: there's a chinese filter with the corrrect part number that doesn't fit. terry syther has photos of it on his site. i spent a portion of today sweatin the one i have as it looks very similar. I'll find out when i find a shallow 36mm or 1 7/16" socket NY/NE Mod Last edited by GMINI : Aug 15th, 2004 at 06:24 PM. Reason: allright so I had a bit of a typo there. I was drunk.

Aug 6th, 2004, 03:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	Good question. I won't deleet it. Answer for Danbury, CT area: Axel's Automotive NY/NE Mod

Aug 7th, 2004, 06:14 AM	#5 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	jeeze guys! 2 years the mini's been in the US. time for maintenance parts to be stocked by schmo auto parts stores. my MINI's been serviced as perscribed. \ where the heck for the derned shallow 32mm 1 7/16" sprocket? That' s the question. Not sears, home dept, auto zone, advance auto, napa or car quest. NY/NE Mod

Aug 7th, 2004, 12:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
9000RPMan MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2003 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 43 Offline	Oil Filter Wrench Here is a great oil filter wrench. I bought it and it works well. 2004 Dark Silver S Sport Pack, Premium Pack, Winter Pack, Navi

Aug 7th, 2004, 04:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	ah griot's. but is this going to work on our canister? have you tried it? It kind of makes sense that it would. Does this mean I can use any filter wrench i find today, instead of a 32mm for which i've looked high and low? NY/NE Mod

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Aug 6th, 2004, 07:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Glad I could help

Aug 6th, 2004, 09:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
kapps MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 430 Offline	2 years!!! Keep the change intervals to 1 year even with very little driving. Oil doesn't last much longer in an engine.

Aug 7th, 2004, 05:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 3,358 Offline	You can spend a ton of money on the correct one (socket, not sprocket . or cut a long one in half, for very little money. I'll try and dig up the link to the correct one. And you can easily buy the filters from a dealer like Classic that ship parts, though it seems you've already found a supplier. Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Aug 7th, 2004, 05:16 PM	#9 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 3,358 Offline	Here's the thread on either using the sears socket or buying the correct one: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...ht=36mm+socket And its a 36mm socket, which is probably why you didn't find any info about it looking for 32. Another thread said it cost $3 for a machine shop to cut down a standard 36mm, but then you still have to use the 1/2 ratchet. Though obehave aparently has used the normal depth 36mm craftsman one. Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Aug 7th, 2004, 11:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	machine shop. got it. thanks. NY/NE Mod

Aug 8th, 2004, 07:16 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dark Silver S Ultimate Stealth Machine Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Wilkes County NC Local Time: 06:06 PM Posts: 798 Offline	I found mine at Sears. For the longest time, it lived in the cup holder (quite a conversation starter for new passengers). Dark Silver S http://revorg.org/images/mmg.gif Now in Wilkes County NC

Aug 12th, 2004, 07:59 PM	#12 (permalink)
Oldpaint Domestic Motor Pool Chief Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tralfamadore Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 1,009 Offline	Necessity is the mother of destruction My favorite method to remove an old oil filter when the proper tool was not available was to stab it in the side with a large screw driver, which then became a convenient handle for removal. everything you know is wrong gnorw si wonk uoy gnihtyreve

Aug 12th, 2004, 10:11 PM	#13 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by oldpaint1 My favorite method to remove an old oil filter when the proper tool was not available was to stab it in the side with a large screw driver, which then became a convenient handle for removal. Might not want to try that in this case though. Could be very expensive. Done the screwdriver thing though

Aug 13th, 2004, 08:34 PM	#14 (permalink)
Oldpaint Domestic Motor Pool Chief Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tralfamadore Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 1,009 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by obehave Might not want to try that in this case though. Could be very expensive. Done the screwdriver thing though I have proper tools now. everything you know is wrong gnorw si wonk uoy gnihtyreve

Aug 13th, 2004, 09:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by oldpaint1 I have proper tools now. I did then too. Unfortunately they were where I wasn't oops

Aug 14th, 2004, 06:01 AM	#16 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	I now have a 1/2" deep 36mm socket to fit a 1/2" drive. Unshortened, the socket cleared just enough to loosen the cover a quarter turn before the opposing plastic wall reversed the rachet and prevented further access. NY/NE Mod

Aug 15th, 2004, 03:34 PM	#17 (permalink)
JoeDentist MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2004 Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 227 Offline	I have great reservations about someone who does not know the difference between a 32 mm "sproket" and a 36mm socket working on mechanical devices that might be on the road when I drive by. Order some replacement oil filters from the dealer in bulk, and take one with you to a quick oil change place. If they exist where you live. The thought of you up under a car held up by god knows what honking on the drain plug with a sprocket scares me to death!

Aug 15th, 2004, 06:31 PM	#18 (permalink)
GMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western Connecticut Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 7,178 Offline	I've read on this forum about a chain that did not have a tool to fit the filter housing. They changed the oil free of charge. Nah. Now that I have the tools and a solid local source for filters (Classic MINI if I want bulk), I feel quite confident in my abilities over those of any Speedy Lube's teenage crew. I have a feeling my second change will not be nearly as frustrating as my first... And Joe - I've edited the first post. I was wondering where i was getting all this 32mm razzing from. NY/NE Mod

Aug 22nd, 2004, 12:40 PM	#19 (permalink)
9000RPMan MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2003 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 43 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by GMINI ah griot's. but is this going to work on our canister? have you tried it? It kind of makes sense that it would. Does this mean I can use any filter wrench i find today, instead of a 32mm for which i've looked high and low? Yes I bought the the wrench from Griot's and it works perfectly. 2004 Dark Silver S Sport Pack, Premium Pack, Winter Pack, Navi

Jun 27th, 2005, 05:05 PM	#20 (permalink)
Spectre Pole Sitter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The ATL Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 84 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Dark Silver S I found mine at Sears. For the longest time, it lived in the cup holder (quite a conversation starter for new passengers). Word to that. Craftsman, 1/2" drive. I paid $7 for it, went home and worked like a charm. No extension needed!

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