Filter removal without a gorilla

[JRobyn]

These always work for me. 2" to 4-1/4" Oil Filter Wrench

In at least one case (the first high-pressure hydraulic filter change on the Kubota) it was the ONLY of several filter wrenches I have that would do it. What makes it work well is that you can clamp it right at the outside edge of the filter "plate" instead of just the thin crunchable outer skin.

Kubota (and probably other manufacturers) are notorious for painting AFTER the filter is installed, or maybe spinning the brand new filter on while the housing paint is not fully cured. The dried paint makes an excellent sealer/adhesive.

 

[dickfoster]

These always work for me. 2" to 4-1/4" Oil Filter Wrench

In at least one case (the first high-pressure hydraulic filter change on the Kubota) it was the ONLY of several filter wrenches I have that would do it. What makes it work well is that you can clamp it right at the outside edge of the filter "plate" instead of just the thin crunchable outer skin.

Kubota (and probably other manufacturers) are notorious for painting AFTER the filter is installed, or maybe spinning the brand new filter on while the housing paint is not fully cured. The dried paint makes an excellent sealer/adhesive.

Mahindra for one installs the filters then spray paints everything including the filters, wiring harnesses, alternator and even the fan belts. I've never seen such nonsense.

 

[sixdogs]

Chain wrench gets everything.

Boy, that's the truth. If you can get it on, that filter is coming off. I saw a HUGE Deere filter, that resisted everything thrown at it, break free in a couple seconds.

 

[Oaktree]

Mahindra for one installs the filters then spray paints everything including the filters, wiring harnesses, alternator and even the fan belts. I've never seen such nonsense.

Seems like they all do it. I used to have a JD750 that everything including the belt was painted. Original filter thankfully had been replaced.

Unless there isn't enough space between the filter and the engine to get it in there.

Not a tractor, but many years ago a ladyfriend had a Suburu pseudo-sports car with a 6 in it. Oil filter was recessed in something (forget what...this was 25+ years ago), and the last guy who did an oil change must have had King Kong put the filter on. Had a helluva time getting it off. Didn't know about a chain wrench at the time, but I'm not sure it would have fit anyway, band wrench just barely did, and there really wasn't enough room to get any leverage.

 

[KubotaToy]

I have always had good luck getting hard to remove filters off with this version.

 

[Gary Fowler]

Foe what it's worth, this is what the too I tried looks like. I've tried it 2x now and it's failed both times only resulting in a crushed filter.

CTA Strap-Type Oil Filter Wrench | Tire Details | Pep Boys

I wouldn't waste my money on that strap. Likelyhood of getting it into position to use on most oil filters is pretty slim and getting that strap to hold would be another issue. A chain type strap wrench or the HF oil filter pliers works or even the band type although I did bend my band type handle taking off one of my hydraulic filters. It did release but only have crunching the handle.

 

[downsizingnow48]

Never had a chain wrench. Might get one. Seem to be various designs. Are there features or brands to look for?

 

[MinnesotaEric]

Never had a chain wrench. Might get one. Seem to be various designs. Are there features or brands to look for?

They all work the same.

Crescent Chain Wrench 24 Inch - Adjustable Wrenches - Amazon.com

 

[downsizingnow48]

Thx appreciate the info.

 

[truckdiagnostics]

Never had much luck with the screw driver through the filter. If it is stuck enough that you have to jam a screw driver through it most of the time you will destroy the filter before it comes off. The chain wrench works, but it collapses the filter half the time and you need a lot of room to swing it. The pic has what i could find in the tool box. I have a band wrench similar to the band wrench with the handle for really larger filters, but a 1/2 in extension fits in it and you can use a 1/2 inch breaker bar, that works the best. Can't seam to find it, chances are the kids got it. Don't you hate that:yell: The impact is there for when you destroy it with the screw driver and have to knock it around to remove it. The small black socket is slick fits right over the filter, can snug up the filter slips off before it get to tight. Not going to help now. The silver one with the fingers works well on the smaller filters