Trick for removing oil filter

[cmattina]

I would assume we all have had frustrations getting the oil filter off. I had a lot of trouble finding a wrench that fit it properly...

Either way, if you are having trouble getting your wrench to fit the filter, stick a couple paper towels inside it to make it grip a little better. Seems simple, but perhaps sometime, somewhere this will help. I just did it before dropping the oil pan, and the paper towels worked like a charm!

[Chaos]

good idea.  if it REALLY stuck a couple sheet metal screws through the cap wrench into the filter should do the trick.  Though if that doesn't work you'll probably have to drop the pan and use a hammer and chisel.

[johnny]

sand paper between filter and cup...

[pallum]

I pop a nail in mine. Same nail every time and takes just a second

[The Dude]

This works,for mine.

[Laitch]

I would assume we all have had frustrations getting the oil filter off.

I haven't but I don't mind feeling left out.

[Mongrel]

good idea.  if it REALLY stuck a couple sheet metal screws through the cap wrench into the filter should do the trick.  Though if that doesn't work you'll probably have to drop the pan and use a hammer and chisel.

Yep. I've punched a hole in mine once or twice and that'll get it out if nothing else does.

[colly]

I used the screw trick to get my old oil filter out, but when I put the new one back in I just hand tightened it - is that OK or do you need to use a special tool? It did not seem like there was enough room to really fit anything else in there.

I've also got a small oil leak at the front left - but I checked and all the bolts are tight. I did not replace any rubber or anything is it essential to do this? What should I do to fix it?

[jakgieger]

I used the screw trick to get my old oil filter out, but when I put the new one back in I just hand tightened it - is that OK or do you need to use a special tool? It did not seem like there was enough room to really fit anything else in there.

I've also got a small oil leak at the front left - but I checked and all the bolts are tight. I did not replace any rubber or anything is it essential to do this? What should I do to fix it?

Depends on your hand :dunno This method should be sufficient.  As for your leak...you gotta do your due diligence (pictures/further accurate description) or you gonna end up on the "can you read" WOS. :deal:  That being said, clean the affected area  ie., pan, valve cover, etc., and visually determine where the leak is from :yes.

[Martin]

Clean up the engine then use spray talc, the leak will be revealed. Someone else's idea so can't take credit.
Regards Martin.

[petermarek]

The end result of removing an over torqued oil filter i had to remove during my initial refurbish. Net requirement: dropped the oil pan and had to remove the sump siphon, then attack with a big hammer and a sturdy steal rod....

[jakgieger]

The end result of removing an over torqued oil filter i had to remove during my initial refurbish. Net requirement: dropped the oil pan and had to remove the sump siphon, then attack with a big hammer and a sturdy steal rod....
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That would test the patience of Job :eek:...just when you think it won't get worse :hehehe

[Elipten]

Good grief!

[The Dude]

Good grief!

One of my greatest fears...the other one is putting it on too loose!