jd lt 160 stuck oil filter

[forgeblast]

Hi all,
i have a problem. The oil filter on my lt 160 is stuck. i cannot get it off, is there any trick, or way that you have found to get it unscrewed?
i have been using an oil filter wrench (one that tightens as you move the handle).
i have also tried using a pipe wrench but that seems to damage the outside of the filter.
the filter will not budge, either direction.
Please help my grass needs to be cut.
thanks
forgeblast

 

[Shimon]

You can poke a large screwdriver through it and use it for leverage. Or put some sandpaper between the filter and the filter wrench so it gets a good grip on the filter and then use an extension and the filter wrench. Or some large channel lock pliers...grip as close to the top as possible.

 

[forgeblast]

Thank You, im running to the barn now.
I really appreicate the fast reply.
forgeblast

 

[bontai_Joe]

Somebody makes an oil filter "socket" that fits over the flat surfaces on the end of the filter and you then use a wrench on that. Be aware that there are different sizes so you need to get the one that fits your filter. They work really well.