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Sam94 · 08-23-2016, 08:31 PM

Changed the oil yesterday and the oil filter would not budge. The dealer did the last oil change and must of cranked it on. I first tried this

But that striped the bottom of the filter. Then I tried this

and that started to bend the filter because I couldn't get the band closer to the base of the filter because the handle was too big. I kept trying, going really slow (trying not to rip it open), it finally broke loose. Damn dealer !!

Is there a better tool to use to remove stuck oil filters (besides sticking a screw driver right through lol) ?

ChrisBlair · 08-23-2016, 08:33 PM

Exactly the same thing happened to me. Bought the same tool, same result as you.

I had to mangle the old filter to remove it. With a screwdriver.

68rssscamaro · 08-23-2016, 08:38 PM

It happened to me a couple months ago, I ended up using this it finally broke loose after the filter was pretty mangled.

HDRDTD · 08-23-2016, 08:45 PM

Heck, in the old days we'd just get a big screwdriver, drive it right through the oil filter and then use it as a t-wrench to remove stubborn filters.

68rssscamaro · 08-23-2016, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by HDRDTD

Heck, in the old days we'd just get a big screwdriver, drive it right through the oil filter and then use it as a t-wrench to remove stubborn filters.

I think the metal was thicker then. I did that and this thing was beer can thin. I ended up tearing most of the metal with the screwdriver stab. The other thing is clearance is an issue as the filter is recessed in there.

Mr. Stacy · 08-23-2016, 09:06 PM

Sucks. Should only be slightly more than hand tight anyway. I have had luck with stubborn ones by using an oil filter wrench near the base of the filter if you can get to it. Other than that, mangle away is about your only other option...

My V6 has a cartridge type filter that I like as it's easy to get to up top and easy to replace.

Sam94 · 08-23-2016, 09:12 PM

Just realized I have one of these too. Not sure if it would of helped though..

CreeperRS · 08-23-2016, 09:31 PM

Same thing happened to me last month, I used a 6" screw driver. It worked.

POWERFREAK · 08-23-2016, 09:33 PM

I have one of these...works great for those filters installed by the Incredible Hulk.

http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/p...s/?product=379

LCPLPunk · 08-23-2016, 10:19 PM

Try some large channel locks...

ron123 · 08-23-2016, 11:07 PM

You really need a different oil filter strap wrench; mine has a swivel handle that swings down for clearance ... when the strap is positioned so it is near the filter base plate it will not deform the filter canister when turned. All my vehicles have tight clearance around the filter base and this type swivel handle works great (the red part of the handle swivels 90 degrees up or down).
Ron

CamaroFred · 08-23-2016, 11:27 PM

Using that band clamp near the end of the filter you can keep some pressure on it with one hand and tap the handle with a hammer. The impacts will cause a vibration which can cause the parts to loosen.

Tenring · 08-24-2016, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Sam94

Just realized I have one of these too. Not sure if it would of helped though..

That's the ticket right there.

I still always use a punch and poke a hole in the bottom to drain as much oil out as possible, less spilling when pulling the filter.

DonM · 08-24-2016, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Stacy

Sucks. Should only be slightly more than hand tight anyway. I have had luck with stubborn ones by using an oil filter wrench near the base of the filter if you can get to it. Other than that, mangle away is about your only other option...

My V6 has a cartridge type filter that I like as it's easy to get to up top and easy to replace.

Exactly, you should need NO tools to INSTALL an oil filter

08-23-2016, 08:31 PM	#1
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	Couldn't remove oil filter Changed the oil yesterday and the oil filter would not budge. The dealer did the last oil change and must of cranked it on. I first tried this But that striped the bottom of the filter. Then I tried this and that started to bend the filter because I couldn't get the band closer to the base of the filter because the handle was too big. I kept trying, going really slow (trying not to rip it open), it finally broke loose. Damn dealer !! Is there a better tool to use to remove stuck oil filters (besides sticking a screw driver right through lol) ? __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

08-23-2016, 08:33 PM	#2
ChrisBlair Buick 455 Fan Drives: 1970 Buick, 2012 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Boston MA Posts: 5,957	Exactly the same thing happened to me. Bought the same tool, same result as you. I had to mangle the old filter to remove it. With a screwdriver. __________________

08-23-2016, 08:38 PM	#3
68rssscamaro Camaro: A Legend Reborn!! Drives: SOLD: 12 2SS/RS LS3 45th Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: NY Posts: 743 View My Garage	It happened to me a couple months ago, I ended up using this it finally broke loose after the filter was pretty mangled. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

08-23-2016, 09:06 PM	#6
Mr. Stacy El Duderino Drives: 2011 2LTRS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,194 View My Garage	Sucks. Should only be slightly more than hand tight anyway. I have had luck with stubborn ones by using an oil filter wrench near the base of the filter if you can get to it. Other than that, mangle away is about your only other option... My V6 has a cartridge type filter that I like as it's easy to get to up top and easy to replace. __________________ I bowl. Drive around. The occasional acid flashback.

08-23-2016, 09:12 PM	#7
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	Just realized I have one of these too. Not sure if it would of helped though.. __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

08-23-2016, 08:45 PM	#4
HDRDTD Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 Vert M6 ECF Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Trenton, Michigan Posts: 7,047	Heck, in the old days we'd just get a big screwdriver, drive it right through the oil filter and then use it as a t-wrench to remove stubborn filters.

08-23-2016, 09:31 PM	#8
CreeperRS Drives: 20’ Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,577	Same thing happened to me last month, I used a 6" screw driver. It worked. __________________

08-23-2016, 09:33 PM	#9
POWERFREAK I.AM. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS/A6 cammed-n-whippled Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,638	I have one of these...works great for those filters installed by the Incredible Hulk. http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/p...s/?product=379 __________________ NY5thgen.com

08-23-2016, 10:19 PM	#10
LCPLPunk USA-1 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS L99 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Near DC Posts: 1,893 View My Garage	Try some large channel locks...

08-23-2016, 11:07 PM	#11
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,053	You really need a different oil filter strap wrench; mine has a swivel handle that swings down for clearance ... when the strap is positioned so it is near the filter base plate it will not deform the filter canister when turned. All my vehicles have tight clearance around the filter base and this type swivel handle works great (the red part of the handle swivels 90 degrees up or down). Ron __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package. Last edited by ron123; 08-23-2016 at 11:18 PM.

08-23-2016, 11:27 PM	#12
CamaroFred Drives: Miss Con Ception Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 2,998	Using that band clamp near the end of the filter you can keep some pressure on it with one hand and tap the handle with a hammer. The impacts will cause a vibration which can cause the parts to loosen.