first oil change issue

[WildHorse]

To be clear, lefty loosey, righty tighty, right ? I just use the metal strap oil filter wrench on the smooth part of the filter.

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[BMAGOO]

I have one just like that one in the Amazon link. If it fits the filter they work great ! If you can't get your ratchet wrench in a good enough position to turn it, just add a long extension.

 

[ctandc72]

Get this:

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-57020-...wivel+oil+filter+wrench&qid=1624761561&sr=8-2

Use one hand to hold the handle , another to "pre-tighten" then band onto the filter - this gives you more room to break loose a stubborn filter. Position the wrench (and push the band tight) to give you the most room to loosen. Make sure to position it on the smooth part of the filter.

 

[dirtwarrior]

If you can drive a screw driver through you can take it off
I bought giant groove pliers from Harbor Freight only 2 uses but handy
Pulling pistons back when changing brakes and oil filters

 

[Rapid Red]

If you can drive a screw driver through you can take it off
I bought giant groove pliers from Harbor Freight only 2 uses but handy
Pulling pistons back when changing brakes and oil filters

Giant pliers and a screw driver, will work on your farm tractor. There is not room for the giant pliers. Have you ever change an oil filter on the new Mustangs ?

 

[rhexis]

To be clear, lefty loosey, righty tighty, right ? I just use the metal strap oil filter wrench on the smooth part of the filter.

yeah lefty loosey it just seems like its welded on. autozone had nothing i ordered the amazon thing that is coming tomorrow. the issue with the strap is i cant get it around the filter since its recessed a bit and the strap handle blocks it.

 

[rhexis]

just an update but I got the freaking thing off today using this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F6KJ22K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and an 4 inch extension. I put the new filter on hand tight with another 1/4th turn for good measure.

 

[Cobra Jet]

Don't do it wasting your time, just get the Pennzoil and be done with it. I say Pennzoil cause it is the only one I've found singularly sized

I have been down this road, take my word for it.

Done

Great suggestion but up this way (NJ/PA) area we don't have any O'Reillys... just NAPA, Autozone, Advance Auto, Pep Boys or WalMart.

If he's using an oil filter that is 78mm and 14 flutes, yes that Penzoil cap will work great. He might be able to find the equivalent in a different brand (or just order one online).

I use a filter cap socket as well; have a few different ones collected over the years.

The only other way to removing a stuck filter is to get the filter plier wrench with the teeth or simply enough, drive a screwdriver through it and turn. Only use this as last recourse though....

 

[Rapid Red]

Great suggestion but up this way (NJ/PA) area we don't have any O'Reillys... just NAPA, Autozone, Advance Auto, Pep Boys or WalMart.

If he's using an oil filter that is 78mm and 14 flutes, yes that Penzoil cap will work great. He might be able to find the equivalent in a different brand (or just order one online).

I use a filter cap socket as well; have a few different ones collected over the years.

The only other way to removing a stuck filter is to get the filter plier wrench with the teeth or simply enough, drive a screwdriver through it and turn. Only use this as last recourse though....

Did some additional searching, fmi. If other brands were made the made the same. And you're correct they are out there, hopefully the OP got one.

Trying to help the guy not get himself in a situation that would just complicate things.

Half-assed maintenance practices are how some roll. I will call that out when I read that kind of crap. It serves no purpose for a new person that wants to put forth the effort. Has the drive to attempt new things, we want them to be successful.

Have I punch a hole in an oil filter to remove it ... sure have.

Would I suggest it to a newbe hell no, that's as you mention a last resort. I can count one 1 hand how many times I've used it over the years, could be 2 fingers if I think about it.

Cheers,
Pep

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