Fuel filter socket

[rynosback]

Anyone using this socket for the engine fuel filter? https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-14600-...?ie=UTF8&qid=1485931706&sr=8-1&keywords=29+mm

 

[rambird]

Yes, I used it, worked just fine, fit snug.

 

[TRAMPLINEMAN]

What's weird is that it's a 29mm and you say it's a snug fit when mine is a 28mm and it's a snug fit.

 

[rambird]

Agree that is weird,I will double check the fit tonight.
What I will say, my filter cap was on very tight (1st change), it took a 1/2 half inch drive socket wrench and as much leverage as I could muster to get it to start turning. I sensed no problem with that socket at all.

 

[rynosback]

Agree that is weird,I will double check the fit tonight.
What I will say, my filter cap was on very tight (1st change), it took a 1/2 half inch drive socket wrench and as much leverage as I could muster to get it to start turning. I sensed no problem with that socket at all.

This socket has a 3/8 drive. Did you use an adapter to step up to a 1/2?

 

[Cummins12V98]

Ryan a good ol 1 1/8" six point socket is what will do the job. If you want the PERFECT fit a 28MM will work. I prefer 1/2" socket with a 1/2" wobbly, long 1/2" extensions to get above cowel and 1/2" ratchet. Works GREAT!!!

 

[TRAMPLINEMAN]

Agree that is weird,I will double check the fit tonight.
What I will say, my filter cap was on very tight (1st change), it took a 1/2 half inch drive socket wrench and as much leverage as I could muster to get it to start turning. I sensed no problem with that socket at all.

Hey, if it works, great! I will tell you from first had experience, a 1 ⅛" 12 point socket will slip and round off the plastic points. And, your cap will be that tight at every filter change.

On on another note, I changed my filters last weekend and I installed the aluminum cap from Geno's. It is a bit expensive at $80, but it's a lot more user friendly.

 

[rambird]

hi rynosback

Checked it tonight, it is not so snug after-all. I think it works ok since it is low profile and 6 point. With this said, if I had to do it over again, I think I would opt for the 28mm socket. To your other question, since I was unable to break it free with the 3/8" drive wrench, i did use a 1/2" adapter. In addition, I used a universal joint, and an extension to come in as straight above it as possible. For re-install I used the 3/8" drive torque wrencht. Never mind the strap wrench in the photo, of which I used to remove the water separator over rear axle. I take photos of what I use so next time around I can refer to, it is hell getting old and forgetting stuff.

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[SnoKing]

29mm is the wrong size. Geno's has not sourced a 6 point 28mm socket. https://www.genosgarage.com/product/dodge-ram-cummins-fuel-filter-socket-tool-28mm-kti28128/tools Snoking

 

[Bob4x4]

Avoid using a 12 point socket on a plastic hex

 

[gsbrockman]

Ryan a good ol 1 1/8" six point socket is what will do the job. If you want the PERFECT fit a 28MM will work. I prefer 1/2" socket with a 1/2" wobbly, long 1/2" extensions to get above cowel and 1/2" ratchet. Works GREAT!!!

It's a M*I*R*A*C*L*E.......looks like we actually agree on my Bridgestone Duravis R500 HD's and how to remove the fuel canister lid......using the same tools. :-laf
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[rynosback]

Thanks for the input. Looks like I will be ordering this socket with my fuel filters. https://www.amazon.com/Performance-...8&qid=1486013424&sr=1-1&keywords=28+mm+socket

 

[Flash1034]

Sooooooo, is it 28mm or 29mm? Seems to be some confusion....

flash

 

[Ram4Sam]

Sooooooo, is it 28mm or 29mm? Seems to be some confusion....

flash

Either will work......the 29 is a little loose, the 28 is a better, tighter fit.

Sam

 

[Flash1034]

Thanks for the clarification, sir.

flash

 

[Cummins12V98]

1 1/8" and 28MM 6 point are both the CORRECT sockets.

 

[Cummins12V98]

"It's a M*I*R*A*C*L*E.......looks like we actually agree on my Bridgestone Duravis R500 HD's and how to remove the fuel canister lid......using the same tools. #ad
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Hey with NC Hauler as a common friend we had to agree on a few things!!!

 

[Cummins12V98]

Thanks for the input. Looks like I will be ordering this socket with my fuel filters. https://www.amazon.com/Performance-...8&qid=1486013424&sr=1-1&keywords=28+mm+socket

YES! Do as gsbrockman shows and you will be a happy camper. You should order the Lisle frame mount filter sensor removal wrench at the same time.

 

[gsbrockman]

YES! Do as gsbrockman shows and you will be a happy camper. You should order the Lisle frame mount filter sensor removal wrench at the same time.

https://www.turbodieselregister.com/threads/255160-Lisle-34900-Water-Sensor-Wrench
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[rynosback]

Sooooooo, is it 28mm or 29mm? Seems to be some confusion....

flash

I thought the same thing. Looks like that first link should have negative comments not high ones as it is the wrong size.