Originally Posted by Don B

I finally invested in sets of the aluminum and stamped-steel adapters because on so many modern vehicles there just isn't enough clearance around the filter to use a standard band-type filter wrench or Stillsons (what we call a pipe wrench in the U.S.) or Channellocks (water pump pliers). And with my arthritis, I need help tightening the new filter to 2/3 to 3/4 turn after the gasket makes contact and I don't like to scar the paint on the new filter. For you blokes with strong hands, carry on.

Cheers,

Don