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Removing the oil filter?
Is it possible to remove the oil filter without spilling oil all over? I am trying to get my newly bent fuel line on and I think the filter is in the way.
I have a 250 I6. THANKS! |
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
bend it around the filter
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
I removed the oil filter and the new fuel line slid right into place, no sweat. It isn't a perfect fit but it was the best I could do in the wee hours. I am going to try and finish up the install tomorrow then get the filter back on.
No oil at all dripped out. Worst thing was I couldn't find my filter wrench and I had to get a new one. ![]() |
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
If you do not need to save the filter poke a hole in the center of the bottom with a Phillips screwdriver or ice pick and let it drain into a pan and then remove it. That's how I do my oil changes. Keeps from making a mess.
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
Oh ya, I was thinking that!
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
Really ? You'd take back a tool that you used ?
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
Used once hardly says "damaged" to me.
![]() Haven't found the old wrench yet though.....I probably won't until the big garage renovation. ![]() The filter is fine and actually new. I put it aside and as soon as I am finished with the fuel lines I'll put it back on. I think I have (in my head) solved all of the fuel line problems and I think I can finish up this part of the project by next week. After that, things should progress quickly. |
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Watch out for your cornhole !
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Re: Removing the oil filter?
Taking back a tool that you used is wrong. It's not any different than buying an article of clothing and wearing it to a wedding, funeral, job interview or whatever, then returning it. Or buying a TV and watching the big game on it then returning it.
Wrong is wrong.
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Wait, I guess that might be a little worse. ![]() Seriously, though, it really bums me out when I buy something "new" and find someone else's greasy paw prints on it, whether it's a part or a tool or anything else. And one more thought: If you need a filter wrench, you're probably cranking the filters down too tight when you install them. The gasket should be lightly oiled, and you turn it 3/4 turn after it makes contact with the base. I've never needed a filter wrench on a filter I installed, and I've never had one leak on me. |
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And now for the rest of the story. The store gave my plan of "if found then bring back" their blessing as I was quite upfront with the employees concerning my intentions. ![]() |
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