Oil & Fuel Hard to get to Oil Filter on 1526 Massey Ferguson

[rrrkkk]

Look at WIX almost all of their filters have an option of a 3/4 nut on the end of the filter

 

[radrock]

I upload all of my pics in top quality and the original size (largest, not resized.) to my photobucket account, then copy the image link and past it with the text.

I think the end cap will be the best bet, and with a short swivel extension, you can spin it right off with no problems.

Ok, I'll see about getting one of those just in case. Better to be safe than sorry. Forgot to answer a question you asked. I use Rotella 15-40. I always have. And I change my oil often. A lot sooner that the book anyway. Every 100 hours. I may even go to every 50 as I don't use the tractor as much as I did the other one. I don't have any clearing to do like I use to. It took me 8 months to put on 100 hours. One thing for sure, This tractor ought to last me the rest of my life LOL.

Oh I also forgot, Yes it is the same filters as you were using on your 1523. Little suckers aren't they?

 

[radrock]

Look at WIX almost all of their filters have an option of a 3/4 nut on the end of the filter

Thanks for that idea. I'll probably stick with MF filters. The dealer is just a hop and a skip up the road. The oil filters aren't too out of range price wise.

 

[DarkBlack]

radrock, Is your fuel filter only half full, or is it me?

 

[WilliamBos]

Thanks for that idea. I'll probably stick with MF filters. The dealer is just a hop and a skip up the road. The oil filters aren't too out of range price wise.

For the cost of two oil filters a year, and one fuel filter a year, I would rather support my local dealer. The K&N filters have a nut on the end, but the internals of the filter are junk.

We change our fuel filter every fall, a great peace of mind if nothing else. Also keep one on the shelf just in case.

 

[radrock]

radrock, Is your fuel filter only half full, or is it me?

I think it is just you. . You are seeing the bottom of the fuel filter. The bottom is clear so you can see sediment or water.

 

[radrock]

For the cost of two oil filters a year, and one fuel filter a year, I would rather support my local dealer. The K&N filters have a nut on the end, but the internals of the filter are junk.

We change our fuel filter every fall, a great peace of mind if nothing else. Also keep one on the shelf just in case.

Yeah I'm the same way. I replace my filters on the shelf as soon as I use them. I usually buy two oil filters when I buy them. The only thing I haven't done but should is get an extra air filter. Another thought is that I'd rather stay with Massey filters so I won't void the warranty. If a Massey filter fails then it would go back on their shoulders.

 

[WilliamBos]

Yeah I'm the same way. I replace my filters on the shelf as soon as I use them. I usually buy two oil filters when I buy them. The only thing I haven't done but should is get an extra air filter. Another thought is that I'd rather stay with Massey filters so I won't void the warranty. If a Massey filter fails then it would go back on their shoulders.

Exactly! I ran an aftermarket air filter in my truck, was supposed to be equal to the GM HD filter, had half the pleats and was not as good quality as the GM filter. Even after warranty expires, will run OEM filters.

 

[CTMassey]

just changed the oil on my 1529, got this tool after the first change. worked with an extension but as Williambros said a swivel would probaly help

 

[mguitas]

This wrench by Rite fit works well also.

 

[radrock]

just changed the oil on my 1529, got this tool after the first change. worked with an extension but as Williambros said a swivel would probaly help<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=289518"/>

Is your 1529 tight like the pictures shown above?

 

[radrock]

<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=289521"/> This wrench by Rite fit works well also.

I have a large pair of channel locks. On my first oil change I could not get them around the filter because of the oil tube and panel bracket. To tight of a squeeze. But thanks to everybody. I think I need to invest in a 65mm end cap wrench. I think even that might be tight to slip on the end of the filter. That tube is up in front of the filter slightly and is only about an inch away from the filter. Even as I was taking the filter off you have to tip it up to get it to clear. Off course you then dump the rest of the oil all over everything and can't get in there to clean it up.

 

[CTMassey]

Is your 1529 tight like the pictures shown above?

It is tight as well, the bracket that holds the side panel is the biggest obstacle for that tool because it is hard to come out perfectly straight with the ratchet extension.I didnt need to put a swivel on but if it was any tighter I may have....

 

[Huffmang]

Not right now. I'll take one farther away tomorrow and will take the FEL off. It is just easier to work on. I'm going to change the Hydrostat oil and motor oil both. I like that I can open the hood and remove the side panels as well. Most everything is real easy to get to.

They make one that looks like a socket try it.

 

[radrock]

It is tight as well, the bracket that holds the side panel is the biggest obstacle for that tool because it is hard to come out perfectly straight with the ratchet extension.I didnt need to put a swivel on but if it was any tighter I may have....

Yeah I think that sounds like the same problem I have. I went to town to get some stuff I needed and was going to get a one of those, then CRS kicked in and I didn't get it.

 

[radrock]

They make one that looks like a socket try it.

Yes that is the end cap wrench we have been talking about. Thanks!

 

[DarkBlack]

I think it is just you. . You are seeing the bottom of the fuel filter. The bottom is clear so you can see sediment or water.

I see it now that I looked again.

 

[radrock]

I did buy a end cap wrench today, it does fit in there. I think if I make sure to remove it before spinning the filter off it will work ok.

 

[WilliamBos]

I did buy a end cap wrench today, it does fit in there. I think if I make sure to remove it before spinning the filter off it will work ok.

Correct, just use it to crack it loose, and snug it up. Do the rest by hand.

 

[jeepcj7]

William Bros is spot on with his answer - use an end cap filter wrench