Filter removal without a gorilla

[truckdiagnostics]

Found a pic, they are not cheap. They work the best.

The one I have is wider for the large hydraulic and truck oil filters. Just asked the kid he knows nothing about it.
Watch it will magically appear.ullinghair:

 

[countrybumpkin]

Here is another style that works real good if you have room to use them.

 

[von-mil]

That spring-coil version looks like a great idea. I've never seen one until just now. And it can be used for removal only, not for filter install - which is a good thing.

 

[Illini22]

I was going to change my filters this evening when I ran into a somewhat expected snag. NH hires gorillas to install their filters! I assume the oil filter wasn't lubricated and is locked in place. I tried my Orielly filter strap wrench (connects to a 1/2" wrench) but only got a few degrees of rotation before having clearance issues. I don't have a filter socket, but after using a strap, I'm pretty sure it's too buggered up for that. I know about pliers but have heard they can destroy the filter potentially before completely removed. Any suggestions?

I believe that gorilla got fired from kioti for overtightning filters. I'm supersede they hired him after all the people (myself included) complaining about him.

 

[sdef]

I have not had an insurmountable problem with engine oil filters and can get them off with one of the standard methods everyone will mention, including a screwdriver through the filter a couple times. However, KIOTI is known for their factory HST filter being nearly impossible to remove. After numerous tries with all of the normal filter tools, along with additional strap wrench types over two weeks of time, I finally purchased a Crescent chain wrench, added a 32" extension and a large friend on the handle.

I am a fan of good quality, steel, filter sockets.

 

[greif]

The best way I found to remove those tight filters was go get the torch out and heat them up to red hot, then they expand and loosen up..........

Yes this is a joke.. do not try a home

 

[DieselBound]

I know that I've used an old, leather trouser belt before, but cannot recall whether it worked. Same principle as a strap wrench.

I love my older VW TDIs in this regard. Top-side oil changes (via extractor). Cartridge oil filters: cup socket on top; and I always use my torque wrench to tighten- I don't trust myself (Mr. Murphy is always hanging out distracting me!)

What's disconcerting about all of this over-torquing is that if the factory isn't following their own torquing guidelines (usually, with spin-ons, it's turn to contact and then some fraction of a turn) then what else are they not torquing properly?

 

[DieselBound]

The best way I found to remove those tight filters was go get the torch out and heat them up to red hot, then they expand and loosen up..........

Yes this is a joke.. do not try a home

Or, as some folks (as lore would have it) do, they never change fluids, just run things until they cannot run anymore and then get another machine. That, or just trade in for a new machine when it's time for the next fluid change!:laughing:

 

[truckdiagnostics]

Agree the chain wrench will work well and is the tool of choice on a hydraulic oil filter. Keep in mind it is thicker than an engine oil filter.

 

[crreed67]

I've had good luck with these, different brand though. They can be bought individually also since you probably will only need one or two different sizes.

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