IdaD wrote:
Cummins12V98 wrote:
IdaD wrote:
I use 5w-40 Rotella T6 synthetic because it's required in my area due to winter temps, though I run it year round and plan to do so going forward. It runs about $18/gallon on Amazon subscribe and save. I also use the Stratopore fleeguard filter.
As far as changing the filter, I got the filter end wrench from Geno's that attaches to a ratchet and it works well. Once I get the filter loose I drop it into a freezer bag, seal it up and pull it through the hole. Then slide the new one through the hole, spin it on and good to go. It's not the most convenient location but it adds very little to the time or difficulty of the job.
Do you pre fill as Cummins suggests?
Nope, never have. It's never caused any problems with any vehicle I've been around and I was actually taught early-on not to pre-fill due to the potential of adding contaminants on the back side of the filter. I did do some research on it after I bought this truck and found nothing that convinced me it was a good idea - if anything I founded more that recommended not doing it. Truthfully I don't see it as a significant deal either way.
I didn't pre fill before the Cummins, but the filter holds almost a full quart of oil, just too much fun time to fill dry.