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Coz3z3 · 11-29-2019, 06:40 PM

For you guys with headers, what oil filter wrench are you using? I'm going to be needing a new one. The one I have barely fits with the headers and is probably about to break. I use Wix Filters too if that makes a difference. Just curious!

pnwdan · 11-29-2019, 06:43 PM

I just use this

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InFiD3ViL · 11-29-2019, 06:48 PM

I use one of those crappy metal ones that fit over the end of the filter that you turn with a socket wrench. I don't suggest you use them because they are garbage and eventually stretch, just spinning on the filter.

But since you asked.

Clarkstar · 11-29-2019, 07:17 PM

Imo... if you need a wrench to remove it then you put it on too tight...

Rock-It Man · 11-29-2019, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

I use one of those crappy metal ones that fit over the end of the filter that you turn with a socket wrench. I don't suggest you use them because they are garbage and eventually stretch, just spinning on the filter.

But since you asked.

I like to use the cap wrench, but I follow the instructions on the filter to go only 3/4 turn when installing.

If' you're deforming the wrench, you are over-torquing.

Rons1le · 11-29-2019, 08:24 PM

I use the K&N filter with the hex head on the end.

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Vegas Bound · 11-29-2019, 08:37 PM

Something like this.

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 11-29-2019, 09:14 PM

I use a screw driver... no joke. I use the screw driver and a hammer to gently knock a hole in bottom of the side of the filter and let it drain. Once it drains just slide the screw driver in the hole and you can leverage the filter loose. I started doing it this way because the dealer I bought the car from spilled oil all over the exhaust when they changed the oil. Took about 2500 miles for the smell to go away completely. It would come and go depending on how spirited my driving was. I read several threads similar to my issue on here. I’ve changed the oil 2 times now on my own and no oil smell at all.

mikeman · 11-29-2019, 09:23 PM

If I installed it in the first place, I usually don't have a problem taking it off just with my hands if I have good leverage. I think applying a light coat of oil on the gasket before you put it on helps with this.

InFiD3ViL · 11-29-2019, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

I like to use the cap wrench, but I follow the instructions on the filter to go only 3/4 turn when installing.

If' you're deforming the wrench, you are over-torquing.

Yeah, probably. Sometimes I get OCD about stupid stuff when clearly the industry knows better than me on this.

I have always been paranoid about the filter eventually vibrating loose. Although it has never happened to me and I don't know anyone that it has happened to. But I am not going apesh*t on it. Just hand tightened...and then probably snugged a little more.

Coz3z3 · 11-30-2019, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

I use one of those crappy metal ones that fit over the end of the filter that you turn with a socket wrench. I don't suggest you use them because they are garbage and eventually stretch, just spinning on the filter.

But since you asked.

Lol yeah thats why I asked. To get opinions on that type of stuff lol

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Originally Posted by Clarkstar

Imo... if you need a wrench to remove it then you put it on too tight...

Usually I am able to. Just since I put the headers on, I can't get my hands in there enough to get a grip.

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

Something like this.
Thats what I have been looking at, but wasn't sure how well they worked and if they slip often. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Aqua Blue RS/SS

I use a screw driver... no joke. I use the screw driver and a hammer to gently knock a hole in bottom of the side of the filter and let it drain. Once it drains just slide the screw driver in the hole and you can leverage the filter loose. I started doing it this way because the dealer I bought the car from spilled oil all over the exhaust when they changed the oil. Took about 2500 miles for the smell to go away completely. It would come and go depending on how spirited my driving was. I read several threads similar to my issue on here. I’ve changed the oil 2 times now on my own and no oil smell at all.

Wow, never thought of that.

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Originally Posted by mikeman

If I installed it in the first place, I usually don't have a problem taking it off just with my hands if I have good leverage. I think applying a light coat of oil on the gasket before you put it on helps with this.

Yeah I do that too. Just after I put the headers on, it has got a little more tight in there and can't get in there enough to really even tighten it or take it off.

Thanks for the suggestions guys!

sscamaro · 11-30-2019, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

Something like this.

I use one like that. I always put some oil on the rubber seal.

lemontwist · 11-30-2019, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Rons1le

I use the K&N filter with the hex head on the end.

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i do the same thing

Rock-It Man · 11-30-2019, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

Something like this.

That is exactly what I use, but I never go past the recommended amount of turning from gasket contact to fully tight.

While some filters have a fine enough thread to call for 1 full turn, the PF48 is coarser and so the requirement is 3/4 turn. For me, it's hard to do this reliably by hand if I'm lying on my back with the car up on ramps. I can either see the filter or be in a position to turn the filter, but not both at the same time.

So I use the cap wrench. I align the ratchet handle with a reference on the chassis and turn it 270 degree. That is snug but never a problem getting the filter off.

I can't imagine deforming one of these cap wrenches. I have three sizes for various cars, and they are all at least 25 years old.

11-29-2019, 06:40 PM	#1
Coz3z3 Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2015 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Nevada Posts: 583	Oil Filter Wrench For you guys with headers, what oil filter wrench are you using? I'm going to be needing a new one. The one I have barely fits with the headers and is probably about to break. I use Wix Filters too if that makes a difference. Just curious!

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InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,570	I use one of those crappy metal ones that fit over the end of the filter that you turn with a socket wrench. I don't suggest you use them because they are garbage and eventually stretch, just spinning on the filter. But since you asked. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

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Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	Imo... if you need a wrench to remove it then you put it on too tight... __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

11-29-2019, 08:24 PM	#6
Rons1le Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE AGM Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Galion, Oh Posts: 531 View My Garage	I use the K&N filter with the hex head on the end. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk __________________ 2015 2SS RS 1LE NPP/w Kooks headers, Procharged, ID1050X injectors, Katech belt tensioner, Mighty Mouse Catch Can, BMR subframe connectors, Matco driveshaft loop, AEM Wideband/Boost/Fuel gauges , Z/28 Splitter and Spoiler/w Wicker bill, Power Stop rotors and brake pads, MRR Z/28 Rep Wheels 20" w/p zeros 285 fronts and 305 rears, ZL1 addons Rock guards and Tow hook, Rear window louvers, Flags on the quarter windows and the moonroof, Billet aluminum door handles.

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Vegas Bound Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Sparkly Red One Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Hospitality State Posts: 2,558	Something like this.

11-29-2019, 09:14 PM	#8
Aqua Blue RS/SS Drives: ABM #93 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lotaburger Posts: 2,692	I use a screw driver... no joke. I use the screw driver and a hammer to gently knock a hole in bottom of the side of the filter and let it drain. Once it drains just slide the screw driver in the hole and you can leverage the filter loose. I started doing it this way because the dealer I bought the car from spilled oil all over the exhaust when they changed the oil. Took about 2500 miles for the smell to go away completely. It would come and go depending on how spirited my driving was. I read several threads similar to my issue on here. I’ve changed the oil 2 times now on my own and no oil smell at all. __________________ ABM #2399 2SS/RS:SOLD ABM #93 2SS/RS Black Rally stripes, Titanium Interior 4,000 miles: GM GFX side skirts and diffuser waiting on paint, GM dovetail, GM heritage, RPI ZL1 style splitter. ‘87 IROC-Z Iroc blue. all original unmolested with 50K miles. Last edited by Aqua Blue RS/SS; 11-29-2019 at 10:03 PM.

11-29-2019, 09:23 PM	#9
mikeman Banned Drives: 2015 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: My Garage Posts: 1,125	If I installed it in the first place, I usually don't have a problem taking it off just with my hands if I have good leverage. I think applying a light coat of oil on the gasket before you put it on helps with this.