BX 25 Oil Filter Wrenches

[p38]

Is anyone using the socket type wrenches to remove/install the oil filters? If so, where did you get them?

Thanks,
g
p38@fcs.net

 

[David_Kb7uns]

Think the Harbor Freight set may have one , if not check Walmart.

- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices

David Kb7uns

 

[oldballs]

Got mine at Advance Auto Parts for about $5.00. But take the filter with you if possible. Every time I buy one by counting the flutes etc. it seems like I still end up with the wrong one. Some places sell a whole set with different sizes for about $15.00. After working on cars, trucks and tractors (metric and SAE) for 50 years, it seems like there is still one more size or access that's a problem.

 

[bp fick]

Got a drawer full, so it seems, of those filter cups. Dang. Wouldn't you know it, but sometimes even the same filter, same brand, differ from year to year. All it takes is a slightly different "build" and the cup you've used in the past suddenly is ever so slightly too big or too small. I've stopped buying them. Got enough. :laughing:

Still got a couple of strap type wrenches and the finger grip kind too!

 

[timswi]

Got a drawer full, so it seems, of those filter cups. Dang. Wouldn't you know it, but sometimes even the same filter, same brand, differ from year to year. All it takes is a slightly different "build" and the cup you've used in the past suddenly is ever so slightly too big or too small. I've stopped buying them. Got enough. :laughing:

Still got a couple of strap type wrenches and the finger grip kind too!

I bought an adjustable one from Snap-On..Fits on a ratchet and expands or shrinks to fit..Spring loaded.

 

[PeterK]

Try the KD tools oil filter pliers. I'll never use a socket type again.

 

[oldballs]

I bought an adjustable one from Snap-On..Fits on a ratchet and expands or shrinks to fit..Spring loaded.

I bought one of those several years ago. It's a quality tool....but it's only good for removing filters. Either that or I'm dislectic.:confused2:

 

[radioman]

I bought and tried the HF filter cups- hate them. I have a plastic one from walmart that i had for years that had different sizes- works great till square end wore out. Ever sincce I got the bota- I ended up with the 3 jaw adjustable wrench due to its small filter. seems to work ok.

 

[jlrsn]

I also had a drawer full of filter wrenches plus specialized filter pliers, strap wrenches, etc. I don't know about other kubota engines but the oil filter on my L39,a Kubota P/N 16414-32430 Oil Filter Cartridge, is surrounded by other engine components requiring a cap type wrench. I bought a 93mm x 15 Flute Oil Filter Wrench from PepBoys when I was out in CA and it was a perfect fit. I could have used the Snap-on Adjustable that I also have but wanted a cap type requiring minimum clearance.

One product that might help users of oil filters that I've used since automotive type filters from Champion for aircraft became available in 1973 as the new filters seized at the gasket and had to be cut off because of the engine heat. Instead of using engine oil on the mounting gasket use a Dielectric Grease. You'll never have a stuck gasket again. I personally use Dow DC-4 Dielectric Compound for aircraft as it is an FAA approved release agent for aircraft oil filters but have used automotive Dielectric Grease available in tubes from most automotive parts stores with the same results. I use it on everything from my cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, tractors, etc and have never had a stuck oil filter again since using it. One tube will last you for years as you only put a light film around the mounting gasket

Good luck,
Jim

 

[AMR]

About a month after I got my B3030 I looked in the little box behind the seat and it had a formed metal filter wrench with a handle, it turns out it fits the hydro filters on my tractor and works like a champ

Why they don't dip all filters to put a little rubber grip on the end is beyond me

 

[BotaBX24er]

all this discussion about fancy oil filter pliers, cups, and sockets to remove something that's going to be thrown away. I opened my tool box and saw my channel lock pliers...works like a charm...nothing else to buy and can be used for multiple things :thumbsup:

 

[gwdixon]

all this discussion about fancy oil filter pliers, cups, and sockets to remove something that's going to be thrown away. I opened my tool box and saw my channel lock pliers...works like a charm...nothing else to buy and can be used for multiple things :thumbsup:

Sometimes there is not enough clearance for Channel-locks.

On the L48 the transmission filter (not the two hydraulic filters), it is direct machined metal-to-metal contact and stays on like it was part of the transmission.

The solution was one of those chain-strap style pipe wrenches and a come-along attached to the rear axle. What a nightmare but it finally came off.

The metal contact plate of the new filter was coated with standard grease in hopes of an easier removal next time.

 

[p38]

Thanks for all the info - I will look into the Snap-on adjustable and the KD Tools pliers. I have used a pair of large channel locks - getting the filters off is not a problem, getting enough on the small oil filter to tighten it is.

Regards to all who responded,

g

 

[Artisan]

...and for future BX25 users, get yourself an Oil Filter Cup Wrench 64MM X14
I found it at Pep boys, #2485 by CTA Co. Toyota/Lexus/Scion/Honda/Nissan Oil Filter Wrench

 

[Skyco]

Why they don't dip all filters to put a little rubber grip on the end is beyond me

For tightening or loosening? In my experience most properly installed filters can't be hand loosened anyway after they've been on awhile.
To install it I've never seen the need...
I have no problems getting an old filter off unless it is in a hole necessitating the cap type wrench. If accessible I can always get it off with big channel-locks, I don't care if I crush it when it is coming off.

Now if you want a task look at the newer Toyotas with the cartridge filter- the reusable housing is plastic with molded in facets...dang hard to get a grip on it even with the correct cap type wrench. After only a few oil changes I can see the plastic beginning to round off...and a replacement is expensive.
Great idea, oh yeah.

 

[jlrsn]

For tightening or loosening? In my experience most properly installed filters can't be hand loosened anyway after they've been on awhile.
To install it I've never seen the need...
I have no problems getting an old filter off unless it is in a hole necessitating the cap type wrench. If accessible I can always get it off with big channel-locks, I don't care if I crush it when it is coming off.

As I posted in this same thread a year and a half ago (03/17/10) One product that might help users of oil filters that I've used since automotive type filters from Champion for light aircraft became available in 1973 as the new filters seized at the gasket and had to be cut off because of the engine heat. Instead of using engine oil on the mounting gasket use a Dielectric Grease. You'll never have a stuck gasket again. I personally use Dow DC-4 Dielectric Compound for aircraft as it is an FAA approved release agent for aircraft oil filters but have used Automotive Dielectric Grease available in tubes from most automotive parts stores with the same results. I use it on everything from my cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, tractors, etc and have never had a stuck oil filter again since using it. One tube will last you for years as you only put a light film around the mounting gasket.

On my F250 PSD I can grab an oil filter that has been installed for approx 6k miles with my bare hands and remove it as long as I used Dow DC-4 Dielectric Compound for aircraft which is basically the same as Automotive Dielectric Grease. Try it and I doubt you'll stop using it!!

Jim

 

[Artisan]

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