The real way to remove a stubborn oil filter

[BranNwebster]

Just found this today how cool! Beats a screwdriver.

Here is a link. Sorry for the pic quality

Grainger Industrial Supply: Oil Filter Wrench, 3 Jaw Universal 1EKJ5

 

[Nelly]

That looks like it would do the job.

Nelly

 

[grommit]

Thought a screwdriver and a hammer was the ultimate method. :squid:

 

[madmanmaigret]

I worked at an oil shop an we used something similar.... they work great, but the filter shouldn't be that tight (especially if you did the last change.)

 

[DefyInertia]

Never used the screwdriver method as it sounds really messy. I always use a set of large adjustable pliers...works really well on both my truck and bike.

 

[gomd3]

I do all my oil changes so the filter isn't super glued onto the bike... but when I bought the FZ I had to use the screwdriver method cause the last owner probably used the oil wrench to tighten that sucker down... tight space on the fz also

 

[GConn]

Got this one for cheap & it seems good. Will see...
Brand New, 3/8" Heavy Duty Oil Filter Remover, Wrench on eBay, also, Hand Tools, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 08-Jun-08 00:50:01 BST)

 

[DocFZ6]

The best thing to do is swicht to a K&N filter. It has a nut on the housing and all you need is a ratchet and socket set up. Easy on, easy off. It makes it easy to torque to the proper setting as well.

 

[GConn]

The best thing to do is swicht to a K&N filter. It has a nut on the housing and all you need is a ratchet and socket set up. Easy on, easy off. It makes it easy to torque to the proper setting as well.

I've heard too many people complaining that they break the bolt when tightening when no torque wrench is available. May be BS?:don'tknow:

 

[Combat]

Yeah I had to use the screw driver method on my first oil change. Damn dealer had that thing ridiculously tight.

 

[Discofrank]

The best thing to do is swicht to a K&N filter. It has a nut on the housing and all you need is a ratchet and socket set up. Easy on, easy off. It makes it easy to torque to the proper setting as well.

effort!

just smear a small bit of oil on the seal
and hand tighten works perfect! on bike and my car

plus used same method on every vehicle of have changed the oil on

wish i could have $1 for it too id be a rich man