Whats the clamp on the oil filter for

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Old 06-13-2006, 11:46 PM
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Default Whats the clamp on the oil filter for

Okay i change my oil today and i discarded this clamp thing that was on my oil filter does anyone know what it is and what its for also do i need it. Thanks
 
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Old 06-14-2006, 12:37 AM
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it sounds like someone may have safety wired it...
 
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Old 06-15-2006, 02:32 PM
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Default RE: Whats the clamp on the oil filter for

It's to prevent loosening; just an added security measure. Mainly to satisfy racing regulations which require the oil filter to be mechanically secured fro coming off/ loosening.
 
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