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Originally Posted by Brian Carlton
I've found that a simple large crescent wrench works perfectly OK.
Reason: If you need more torque than a crescent wrench can provide, you'll likely tear the fitting out of the cooler unless you're using a backup wrench on the fitting itself.
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On a W123, it's not an issue of torque, it's limited range of motion. You cannot get a 60 degree swing due to chassis-related obstructions. This applies to the lower oil filter connection, not the oil cooler fittings.
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Originally Posted by tangofox007
The lower oil filter housing fitting is best tackled with a 16 point flare nut wrench. Or a box-end wrench modified to line wrench characteristics.
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