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Started by Gotta-Qik-C7, November 29, 2016, 07:54:23 PM

Gotta-Qik-C7

Quote from: Soup DeVille on January 15, 2017, 08:08:31 AM
The socket made to fit that particular filter.
I have the old fashon filter grabbers and it still wouldn't come off! I also have the a newer one (Plier style) but it's too damn big for the tiny filter the Corolla uses.
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Gotta-Qik-C7

Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on January 15, 2017, 06:50:14 AM
How oil filters are loosened:
98.1% ... oil filter pliers
00.9% ... hands
00.7% ... hammer and screwdriver
00.3% ... it was already loose


That's funny but I only put mine on by hand 99% of the time!
2014 C7 Vert, 2002 Silverado, 2005 Road Glide

Cookie Monster

I kind of like the K&N filters because they have the nut welded to the end so you can just crack them loose with a wrench or socket.

I don't actually like K&N filters otherwise, though, so I don't use them.
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Quote from: 68_427 on November 27, 2016, 07:43:14 AM
Or order from fortune auto and when lyft rider asks why your car feels bumpy you can show them the dyno curve
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Gotta-Qik-C7

Quote from: Cookie Monster on January 15, 2017, 04:53:14 PM
I kind of like the K&N filters because they have the nut welded to the end so you can just crack them loose with a wrench or socket.

I don't actually like K&N filters otherwise, though, so I don't use them.
I got them for my bike cuz it's so hard to get to!
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Eye of the Tiger

Quote from: Cookie Monster on January 15, 2017, 04:53:14 PM
I kind of like the K&N filters because they have the nut welded to the end so you can just crack them loose with a wrench or socket.

I don't actually like K&N filters otherwise, though, so I don't use them.

K&N oil filters are better than their air filters says I. I don't buy them because they are $12+. I paid $9 for my ultramega Fram with the textured paint. Versa S is just about the easiest oil change ever, anyway. I could probably do it without jacking it up.
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68_427

After the H6 swap I can finally stop buying $15 Royal Purple filters.  The RP filters are the best if you have an UEL header on your Subaru because the shape actually allows room for your hands.
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Quote from: 68_427 on November 27, 2016, 07:43:14 AM
Or order from fortune auto and when lyft rider asks why your car feels bumpy you can show them the dyno curve
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2 4 R

giant_mtb

Quote from: Gotta-Qik-C6 on January 15, 2017, 11:41:40 AM
That's funny but I only put mine on by hand 99% of the time!

Same.  I crank them by hand basically as tight as I can and call it good.  If it doesn't feel tight enough, I'll give it an extra 1/4 turn with my filter pliers, but I usually only use the pliers for removal.  Hasn't failed me yet.

Had to do the screwdriver trick on my A4 once (dealership tightened it too much, not me).  It was scary, because once I punctured the filter with the screwdriver, there was no turning back.  I think somebody here told me about the trick.  Worked like a charm.

CaminoRacer

It's recommended to turn it until the gasket contacts the block, then turn it another 3/4 turn. All by hand. Doesn't have to be super tight.
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Gotta-Qik-C7

Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on January 15, 2017, 07:10:40 PM
K&N oil filters are better than their air filters says I. I don't buy them because they are $12+. I paid $9 for my ultramega Fram with the textured paint. Versa S is just about the easiest oil change ever, anyway. I could probably do it without jacking it up.
Those are what I buy for my cars!
2014 C7 Vert, 2002 Silverado, 2005 Road Glide

CaminoRacer

I usually just get a Fram. Autozone constantly has sales for Valvoline synthetic + filter for $30. I've never had a problem with Fram - probably helps that I change it every 3,000 miles so it doesn't have much time to get messed up.
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Gotta-Qik-C7

Quote from: CaminoRacer on January 16, 2017, 12:53:30 PM
I usually just get a Fram. Autozone constantly has sales for Valvoline synthetic + filter for $30. I've never had a problem with Fram - probably helps that I change it every 3,000 miles so it doesn't have much time to get messed up.
Same here! I don't understand the hate for Fram! Hell I've used them all my life and my Granddad did too! Not one issue.....
2014 C7 Vert, 2002 Silverado, 2005 Road Glide

Gotta-Qik-C7

Finally got the old filter off! Hour and a half fight!!!!!!  :rage:
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Quote from: Gotta-Qik-C6 on July 10, 2017, 06:25:07 PM
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Quote from: Gotta-Qik-C6 on July 10, 2017, 06:25:07 PM
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