Oil change help
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TrailBeast
AKA Mopars4us on Youtube
One would have to do it at least half way back on the filter to avoid the stem on the engine.
I have been there on the destroyed filter housing.
One of the best solutions to that I have found so far is to palm smack the filter side to side before attempting to remove it.
I have been there on the destroyed filter housing.
One of the best solutions to that I have found so far is to palm smack the filter side to side before attempting to remove it.
Rice Nuker
Let the Coal Roll!
is dynamite an option? it used to be, not sure these days.
Burntorange70
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Like an ex girl friend once told me. Lubrication is key!!! Put some WD40 or even a little oil around the filter and let it sit for a while. But the proper tool for the job should get it off.
Bulldozer
free ice cream sandwiches
suggesting a BF screwdriver probably isnt a good idea in this situation lol
canary runner
riding in a 66 cuda
Never really had any luck sticking a screw driver through a filter....always ripped the filter
apart then had a real SOB getting it off. Wait for a GOOD filter wrench or large pair of channel locks to grip it.
apart then had a real SOB getting it off. Wait for a GOOD filter wrench or large pair of channel locks to grip it.
Bad Shrimp
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maybe.........but there was a time when I didnt even know what a gasket was.
If you cant afford a filter wrench or space is too small to use one, stab a big screw driver through the filter and turn it that way. It will create a mess but if the job needs done, it needs done.
cwatts
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If its a small block with headers have fun getting the filter out, has to come out the top.
I had a similar problem with my filter. I couldnt get that thing off at all.
Finally I went over to Sears and bought a oil filter claw wrench. Best decision ever imo. That claw wrench is awesome! Just need a ratchet, extensions, and a socket(I think 1/2).
Good luck!
Finally I went over to Sears and bought a oil filter claw wrench. Best decision ever imo. That claw wrench is awesome! Just need a ratchet, extensions, and a socket(I think 1/2).
Good luck!
Brad426
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Pound a big screwdriver all the way through filter and unscrew it.
Works every time.but a bit messier.
I've had to do this screwdrive trick or very large channel locks. I've done many an oil change when I was in automotive. My Dad (the Dealership Manager) used to say, "Oil Filters & Oil Drain Plugs don't hold the engine together". Keep in mind a good trick when installing the filter is put some clean motor oil on the "O" ring, spin on until it seats and than tighten by hand. I have never had one loosten off or leak.
The drain plug has a tourque but, the same rule applies...snug, it's not holding the engine in the car. Always, always check or replace the oil drain plug gasket. Check the gasket seating surface on the oil pan & under the head of the oil drain plug.
Spend the money on a good metal band type oil filter wrench with a swivel handle. I've had little or no luck with the type that "cup" over the bottom of the filter. Especialy if King Kong put the filter on last.
Last resort...cutting tourch...just kidding :coffee2:
Cheers
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