oil filter cap thread broke off!!!

[mikeptag]

Sorry, but I tried the search, and could'nt find anything.

one of the oil filter cap threads broke off, and I'm wondering if anyone knows how the threaded post is attached to the housing, is it threaded and can the remainder be screwed out or is ponded or welded in? And is the threaded post a mercedes replacement part? I hope I don't have to replace the whole filter housing over this!

I guess its the sort of thing that can happen in below zero weather. I used a torque wrench, but it must not been working right.

A simple oil change turns into a big hasstle!

Thanks
Mike
ps oh its a 79 300 wagon