Seized Oil Filter
07-12-2012, 04:53 PM
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Seized Oil Filter
Hey guys, hope I'm not posting this in the wrong section. Im currently trying to do an oil change on the bike and the filter seems to be seized, I broke two oil filter strap tools already.
Any usefull tips on getting it out?
I'm about to put the old oil back in and ride over to the bike dealer tomorrow and have them do it but I really want to get this damn filter out and just finish the oil change.
Hopefully I can get some help on here
Thanks!
Any usefull tips on getting it out?
I'm about to put the old oil back in and ride over to the bike dealer tomorrow and have them do it but I really want to get this damn filter out and just finish the oil change.
Hopefully I can get some help on here
Thanks!
Last edited by TJ91; 07-12-2012 at 04:54 PM. Reason: iPhone -__-
07-12-2012, 05:08 PM
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It's a screw on filter and shouldn't be that difficult. As a last resort I have driven a screwdriver through the body of the filter near the base and use it as a wrench on some cars.
07-12-2012, 05:13 PM
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Yeah I've been watching videos on YouTube and people came up with some clever ways to remove it but now I'm think I should just bring it back to the powersports store and have them do it
I was contemplating the screwdriver method but then realized that if I'm unsuccessful at that point, then only way to bring it to the shop is on a flat
I was contemplating the screwdriver method but then realized that if I'm unsuccessful at that point, then only way to bring it to the shop is on a flat
07-12-2012, 05:27 PM
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Just think Buffy the Oil Filter Slayer...
From UK Firestorm Workshop day as BSM's machine of darkness is slain with the aid of a screwdriver, mallet and a clove of garlic
....
Have you tried one of these?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Oil-Filter...ht_2780wt_1163
From UK Firestorm Workshop day as BSM's machine of darkness is slain with the aid of a screwdriver, mallet and a clove of garlic
....
Have you tried one of these?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Oil-Filter...ht_2780wt_1163
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07-12-2012, 05:35 PM
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Performance Tool Oil Filter Wrench 2.250-3.500" Diameter Range Cushioned Handles on eBay!
I've had good luck with these as well (at any auto store). You can crimp the snot out of the filter with them to get a good grip/leverage.
+1 on the screwdriver in a pinch, though
I've had good luck with these as well (at any auto store). You can crimp the snot out of the filter with them to get a good grip/leverage.
+1 on the screwdriver in a pinch, though
07-12-2012, 06:32 PM
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07-12-2012, 08:12 PM
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Hey VTR surfer... May I add to your suggestion, of buying a "socket style" oil filter wrench...
I would only suggest taking oil filters off with this tool... ONE hand tight is more than enough tighting pressure on a oil filter, ON any engine... after you lube the O-ring.
Just IMHO...
I would only suggest taking oil filters off with this tool... ONE hand tight is more than enough tighting pressure on a oil filter, ON any engine... after you lube the O-ring.
Just IMHO...
07-12-2012, 08:54 PM
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Try tightening it more first then loosen it. It works most of the time. I have metal filter wrenches to loosen them with a hole drilled in the side. If i get a real stubborn one i screw the wrench to the filter.
07-12-2012, 09:53 PM
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DONT admit defeat and slink back to the stealership. I have used the screwdriver method @ a zillion times. Also the channel lock pliers thing works too. You can crush the filter slightly to create 2 flat surfaces as you turn.
Fear not, it will come off.
Fear not, it will come off.
07-12-2012, 10:52 PM
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Wow guys! First off I want to thank you for all the help. This is my second forum, I'm currently on a great Camaro forum and I was hoping this forum would be a great community and it truly is! So thanks again
As for the filter, I will not accept defeat lol. I will get that filter out as soon as I get home from work one way or another. Think I'm going to try the channel locks, if not, screwdriver method looks like the way to go!
And yeah it was Honda who did the oil change last and clearly over torqued everything including the drain plug!!! I'll be torquing everything to spec
As for the filter, I will not accept defeat lol. I will get that filter out as soon as I get home from work one way or another. Think I'm going to try the channel locks, if not, screwdriver method looks like the way to go!
And yeah it was Honda who did the oil change last and clearly over torqued everything including the drain plug!!! I'll be torquing everything to spec
07-12-2012, 11:35 PM
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I like to loosen up my bike/car oil filters with the engine cold, then snug the filter up enough so it doesn't leak and then run the engine to bring the oil up to temp for draining...never had a stuck fiter using this method.
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