On Sun, 21 Aug 2011 10:21:27 -0400, willshak
wrote:


Did it look like that before you took the tools to it? This is what a
filter nut should look like. This one is white, yours is black.
http://www.svcvacuum.com/ridgid/73316.asp
That nut should only be put on and taken off with your fingers, no tools
required. Did you remember righty tighty, lefty loosey?

When installed on the filter the "wing" should be on "top"... not on
the bottom closest to the filter. Hand snug it but not to tight.

OP ignore the UK advice about using an angle grinder. Seems the Brit's
think every project requires an angle grinder.

-- 25 year old Craftsman Wet / Dry VAC still kickin' it.