24-05-14, 09:15 AM
A smear of oil, then tighten by hand is all it needs. I've got several tools to remove oil filters but never need em on a filter that i've personally fitted. A handy tip is to loosen the filter when the engines cold so you don't burn yourself on the exhausts. Once you get it loose, re-tighten gently and then warm the engine before draining the oil and removing the filter.