Removing oil filter

[drew7811]

Good afternoon everyone. Hey I went to change my oil for the first time this weekend and ran in to a little snag when attempting to remove the oil filter. I have a Turf Tiger with the 35 hp Vanguard with 9hrs on it. The oil filter is right there on the right side of the motor in plain view. However I wasn't able to get either of my automotive oil wrenches to fit. Even if they would fit the filter, you don't have any room to tighten it down and crank the handle. Is there a special tool to use to break the oil filter loose? I can't imagine anything with a handle being able to get in there. I just went ahead and changed the oil this time, but I do want to remove the filter next time though. Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.

 

[Ric]

How about a pair of oil filter pliers, I use a pair that are like these and they work great.

OEM 25320 Oil Filter Pliers - Amazon.com

http://www.gemplers.com/product/125...=125907&ef_id=xZpOliTuYWUAAMGm20130514200020s

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/to...i_sku=558662&gclid=CKPFnMmxlrcCFYOK4Aod_GIAkg

 

[midnite rider]

Many different types to use, will any of these work for you?

And my favorite is the one below.

 

[drew7811]

Hey nice. I like those oil filter pliers. Those would probably work great. Looks like I will be making an Amazon purchase. Thanks again guys.

 

[midnite rider]

Hey nice. I like those oil filter pliers. Those would probably work great. Looks like I will be making an Amazon purchase. Thanks again guys.

They also carry them at your local AUTOZONE if you need them today, part# 25320.