The Worst Oil Change

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[@cramackproductions1073]

Hey Laura get a big screw driver and a hammer put it right through

[@cramackproductions1073]

The oil filter that's how we do it in Australia if no other choices

[@boblarson9364]

Damn she's cute.

[@funnyfunky9949]

Ummm no. You're so fake and only care about money, not your fans.

[@boblarson9364]

@@funnyfunky9949 wtf are you talking about!? Who's fake?

[@jackgreider6347]

You need a truck filter band wrench. NAPA sells it and it drives with a 1/2 inch drive extension. You can grip next to the top of the filter. Fits in a tight area.

[@Garciaboy80]

That's the only thing I ever used back when I was truck mechanic. Cant really say I miss those days. But toward the end I could do a complete service front to back in under an hour. Ah the good ol days.

[@walterroose9579]

You need a truck filter band clamp. 1/2 in drive .put up as far to the top as possible. 30+ yrs. As a heavy truck mechanic !

[@kenia7430]

@@walterroose9579 They work great, although I had to take the cannister off a spin on and then use a zip gun to remove the filter base

[@smedleyhverovhe8919]

Jack, you nailed it!

[@Victor-xb6ok]

Those band clamps suck when you have a filter and there's no room

[@jollyrogerhobbies2386]

Quick tip when changing filters on semis, move the steering tires to the right as far as they will go before starting to give you more access to the filters.

[@transmitterguy478]

FYI, you guys, those battery connector wire ends need to be shiny to allow 2000 amps of current to flow. Use a small wire wheel on a drill to clean them spotless and free of dirt and corrosion on both sides and the battery connectors too, they sometimes spray an anti-corrosion inhibitor on the battery connectors.

[@danieldilger9203]

If they need two thousand Amps to flow they have much bigger problems. Or is that a extra zero just like the .7 million pound machine. Lol

[@charlesb4267]

That was my thought exactly as I watched, a critical step missed by not cleaning all cable ends ( and probably cleaning or at least checking the power and ground connections at the starter end while the batteries were disconnected ) and cleaning the stud base on the new batteries, the underside of each battery terminal nut. Then use an anti corrosion paste or spray upon assembly. Have to be careful with that spray though as the connection has to be done up before the spray is used as otherwise it can have the opposite effect as it becomes an insulator. In any event they proved that the major issue was indeed crap batteries. This is the second farm youtube channel in the states that has a truck with three batteries installed in a battery box designed for 4. I wonder if its a USA thing that they delete one battery from the factory ?, not here in Canada as its always 4 due to cold weather and needing all the cranking power they can deliver and then some ...

[@daleeverett8086]

All you need is grease or even Vaseline to cover the connections. It’s inexpensive & usually you have it on hand.

[@April8989]

Don't use a drill wire wheel. You'll cast lead dust, which is toxic.

[@charlesb4267]

@@April8989 I use a steel brush, typically used as a welding brush for cleaning threaded post style batteries typically used on trucks as well as on the cables that are fastened to the truck. Sometimes will use the wire wheel on the pedestal grinder to carefully clean the loose cables that bridge between the batteries. Wearing an N95 mask and face shield for some aspects of shop work as required is highly suggested of course.

[@tjzulu1]

That loader weighs 70,000 lbs…..that’s 35 tons….not 770,000 which is 385 tons…I ran one for many years….but it’s an awesome machine there’s no question about that!! Great video Laura!! Keep’em comin’!!😃

[@rightsideofthegrass8114]

Yes, one zero added. 🙂

[@EricMBlog]

I thought that almost a million pounds seemed like too much... What is that thing made of, depleted uranium?

[@buschm1]

@@EricMBlog lmao bro that was a funny af comment. props to u . made me smile ear to ear

[@AlaskaErik]

I knew someone would catch that! My C-130 only weighed 83,000 lbs. 770,000 lbs puts you in Boeing 777 territory.

[@hoosierintx563]

They are great machines. I ran older models of this same loader many years ago. We were only using 5 yd buckets though.

[@larrystolzman9337]

Can’t help with the filter issue, but can try to show appreciation for what you are doing. It is simply great to see the two of you work together so well. My wife and I are about to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and we have always worked well together. We even had our own accounting firm for 16 years. Work hard, play hard, love and respect each other always. If you do life will be awesome and you will never fall out of love! God Bless you always.

[@sethlinalennon]

@ Larry How are you doing today Will love to know you if you don’t mind sending me the gmail address

[@chetg2924]

things go 4-8 times better working together.

[@danieljmoren]

Use the chain as close to the base of the filter as you can where it is least likely to collapse the filter or call dad who will promptly embarrass you with how easily he gets the filter off. Much love to all

[@threynolds2]

the base is blocked by the frame - no swing room.

[@jstmv]

Temperature could be your problem. Your cold temperature could be causing the metal to shrink around the threading. Put a hair dryer on it to expand the parts. This problem usually happens when filters are put on real tight in the summer and then tried to be removed in the winter. Don't forget to put the install dates on the new filters with a magic marker.

[@clintk5367]

Just run the engine for 1 /2 hour before draining the oil, that will heat up the filters and they will come off!!

[@Torsee]

@@clintk5367 At 5 dollars a gallon? Hairdryer or heat gun will save them money

[@theron1317]

Heat gun on the rubber gasket on filter always does the trick and try to put filter wrench as high on filter as possible.

[@Simon-ho6ly]

Honestly this, we have similar issues with other equipment when we do maintainence in winter

[@KyleHaines615]

To Hell with the hair dryer! BREAK OUT THE BLOW TORCH!!

[@shaneauser350]

Hey guys, as mentioned a strap style wrench closer to the base might work but you’ll have very little room to swing it because of the frame. Something I’ve done before as a last resort is to drive a long (18-20 inch) punch directly through the filter then use a cheater bar on it. It’s crude but never has let me down. Oh by the way the drain plug on your truck is what is called a Femco drain plug. Next time you change oil you remove the brass cap on the plug and there is a hose that screws on to it and opens a drain valve. Good luck with the filters!

[@stan4800]

That works every time

[@shaneauser350]

Definitely not easy, but it will break the filter loose. Detroit’s in a peterbilt frame are hard to service.

[@shaneauser350]

Just a side note here , putting that fuel filter on dry isn’t going to get that truck to fire, any 50/60 series Detroit has a fuel shut off valve on the secondary fuel filter at the block that needs to be closed before changing filters. Filling the filters helps a lot but they can still be a bitch to start. A dry filter is gonna cause problems

[@wberger]

I was going to suggest the same thing.

[@Tillersweep]

RE: nearer to the base Yup that is just a little stronger. Heat it Yup that will help. Drive a pin through it. Sure, you are changing it out, messy but effective.

[@BMAN294]

When removing filters it's best to apply a wrench as close to the top where is meets the filter housing. You probably need to get a better wrench that can fit up there. Maybe apply a little heat to the filter with a torch as well.

[@davidjohnston710]

But, no torch use when you have torn a hole in the filter can and oil is oozing out - you could set the oil on fire!!! That would be a real big issue. Bye bye truck!

[@jacobhumbarger910]

It may be a long time since the oil's been changed in it too

[@flick22601]

You're on the right track Laura. I'd get a strap wrench and heat up the old filter as much as you can. It was probably installed in the summer and was overtightened even then. Another tip. Old dirty dark clothes when you're messing around in greasy equipment. You'll still be pretty when wearing them (; ). Now Grant, that's another story.

[@Chris-bz1ym]

Those filters haven't been changed in a long time and are burned on. The best you can hope for is a little penetrating oil and then a filter wrench. Next would be poking a screw driver through the filter and twisting it that way. The canister may peel off and if it does you will have to grasp it by the collar where the gasket meets the frame. As a last ditch you could cold chisel it off the frame but be careful not to scar the flat surface where it seats on the gasket or it will always leak. I hope that helps. Love your work.

[@Chris-bz1ym]

@@tetedur377 If you leave them on too long they burn themselves to the frame. Really only 1/4 or a light 1/2 turn after it is seated is all you need to make it leak proof. You should check it after running under load for a short time to see if there is any leaks from grit or being too loose and tighten it a little bit more to make it stop. That's all I've got.

[@markblackwood3121]

Yup this is my support👍👍

[@davidblank9043]

Been there done it…you will succeed!

[@jud5280]

yep

[@JustMeZero988]

Probably should have run the engine for a while to get it hot which also aids in getting the old oil out that is then a little thinner. Also, try turning the steering so it moves the wheel to the right so that it gives you more room to work and get a longer movement with the wrench.

[@vikingpiper]

When you have to remove filters that are on too tight, use the chain or rubber strap wrenches up high towards the threads to avoid smashing the filter.

[@prohealthqw]

Can't get up that high with what they have because of the frame being there. Engineers always put stuff in less than ideal spots lol

[@charlesb4267]

@@prohealthqw Indeed, I used to struggle with that also as I just didn't have the right tool for the job. While what I do use is nothing high end ( I posted it in the comments already ) it certainly works as per the steel band system that is driven with a 1/2 ratchet and using and extension to slide the unit up to the filter base where its the strongest part of the filter and then torque on it. I like to crack it loose just after I have drained the oil as the filter gasket is still nice and hot and pliable but leave the filter on if I am in no rush and let it cool down before handling it. I installed femco drains on the trucks as well, makes changing oil so much less of a horror situation with too small a drain pan !

[@johnkirk5202]

@@prohealthqw We are trained that way 🤣

[@pmbair]

I used to drive trucks, so I had to do oil changes. I had a filter wrench for that job. I think I got it from NAPA. It had a large (4-5 inch wide) metal strap and no handle. Instead, you took a 1/2 inch drive breaker bar or ratchet drive handle and snapped it in the place made for it where the handle would be. I’ll bet NAPA still sells them. I never liked the chain style because of what you guys just experienced.

[@stevenkaae9490]

There's a cloth strap wrench for filters that is wide and doesn't crush the filters as bad, but whoever put the filters on last time didn't lube the gasket.

[@paultodd9301]

Laura/Grant, once an oil filter has been damaged beyond re-use I would get an old screwdriver and hammer it into the filter and out the other side, you can then use the screwdriver handle to twist the filter off. Obviously you then need a new filter to put back on afterwards.

[@kevink4914]

That’s what I do. but you to say reuse. it’s a oil change the filter is being changed never would you take off and put same one back on that would be pointless.

[@paultodd9301]

@@kevink4914 depends on how poor you are, if you can't afford a new filter then reuse is your only option! Also for some rare vehicles you may not be able to source a replacement. I expect Laura & Grant will have a new one to put on.

[@67bronconut]

Its a bit late.. but they make oil filter wrench caps that fit over the end ot the filter, and you have the old school rubber or solid bands that work like your tool does. HOWEVER.... once you have crushed it like that, I have found that next steps are to drive a screw driver through the filter, slip a cheater pipe over the handle pull and pray that is turns. Next is to cut the filter near the mounting surface and use a chisel to separate the old oil ring from the mating surface and it should spin off

[@bobbolieu9013]

Scotty likes to be around his people, especially when they give him a warm place to lay down. Scotty's a champ. Love a good shop cat.

[@josephzinhobl3276]

Laura that brings back memories I ran a loader four 37 years in a rock query that was my last loader I ran a 980 k cat just loading dump trucks with stone 2 or 3 Million trucks I loved my job I could load trucks with my eyes closed lol love your videos keep them coming JZ

[@jacobhouston8715]

Flat chisel air hammer bit. Reach to the top side of the filter where it meets the head. Gently pull trigger on air hammer to just get it to move. Once it moves. Pull strap wrench back on it and it’ll turn no problems.

[@rockercover]

Like previous commenters, next try a wide filter strap wrench, preferably one that uses a 1/2-inch square drive socket, (as the wrenching point), (then use socket-wrench square drive extensions, to get down to a good wrenching position). Get filter strap as high as possible on the filter housing, (nearest to the filter can’s - crimped mounting collar). Best wishes. Many kudos to you both for doing real work!

[@artm5294]

Good idea to line the bottom of the battery cage/bracket with a rubber mat. Helps to prevent power leakage when battery eventually gets covered with mud, salt and other crud. 🇨🇦

[@EdgarRenje]

Laura is that type of woman, on which in German we say "Das ist eine, mit der man Pferde stehlen kann." (She's one to steal horses with), meaning someone you can fully trust and rely on. A friend and a partner. Therefore: All the best to you two!

[@josephcooksley3219]

Ja Mann

[@imthewolf1]

I used to be a truck mechanic and a mechanic for John Deere. Looks like someone, wrench tightened that on. I feel your frustration. I always found a strap filter wrench to be the best kind to remove oil filters that have been overtightened on. Good luck

[@harolderwin5354]

Don't feel bad Laura, I am also terrible with wrench sizes and have to try several before getting the right size.

[@boblarson9364]

You don't know your sizes?

[@General_Confusion]

I just look at the side of the socket and the size is written on it. works for me every time. Hope this helps. 😁

[@TwstedTV]

18:50 Tool companies actually make a nylon strap version of this tool. The strap is (3) inches wide and looks exactly like the chain tool you are holding. Its actually made for changing oil filters for heavy duty trucks. I had one in my truck when I used to work as an OTR Driver.

[@craig1lengyel]

Laura, your a strong woman. Those batteries are not light. Nor are they cheap. Well after watching your channel for 2 years nothing you guys do is cheap. Happy New Year!

[@ericm1430]

We use the same loaders at work. I pull a 5 axle trailer that can net 38,000kg. They usually load me in 2.5-3 buckets. Always impresses me the power of those machines

[@BillStraub303]

Like Laura said, a strap wrench. There are several companies that sell ones with the nylon strap that are 4" wide and take a 1/2" ratchet. The cheap ones with the skinny strap want to twist while you are pulling on it, the wide one holds itself straight and works better ( before the filter is damaged).

[@allenmason1098]

Like one gentleman said it's been burnt on the only way I found to get it off was an air chisel the vibrations help break the rust that's on the threads. In the northeast we call it New England locktite

[@philipfleming3546]

Happy New Years to you Both, we would turn steer tires to right which gives you more space to get in an work. Strap oil wrenches worked for us, you might have to almost destroy that filter on this oil change.

[@tony98discovery]

Are you also a mechanic?

[@robertstibz9506]

Hi, I have seen them twice as big as that, just search "Cat 992", I used to get loaded at one time by a machine with a 22yrd bucket, the truck I drove, took 3 buckets to fill it. It was awesome driving them, then I went onto Big bulldozers. Oh btw bigger is easier to do oil changes on. I used to service big machines before moving on to driving them.

[@leslietarboxjr4287]

Strap wrenches for me anyway are the best for big filters. Try to get closer to the top where it threads into the block. Nice video. Always enjoy seeing you and Grant working together on projects.

[@brentnave5552]

I removed a filter from a small-block Chevy once that was so tight that a screwdriver driven through it just peeled the filter body off of the filter base when rotated. The filter base had holes in it, so I used a chisel in each hole to drive it counter-clockwise. I had to chisel through two holes to loosen it, but the third hole was as a charm. You may be in a similar situation. You’ll be able to get it off with patience and a little carefully applied brute force.

[@huestonwilson8678]

Read a bunch of comments and loved them all. Had several filters, maybe in the 70' (1970), like this, large screwdriver skewering through middle and hammer, hammer shock can be a key. Love the idea of a little heat, I live in Phoenix 🥵 Sending happiness and good wishes your way.

[@rwspop]

Totally agree, a screwdriver through the filter is going to do the trick.

[@frombryant6678]

And if you break the filter off the base, use heavy duty needle nose pliers pushed in the holes 3/8" then use a adjustable end wrench to get it unscrewed. Easy force at first then increase it moves.

[@frombryant6678]

*until it moves

[@johnwheeler7071]

Someone commented that the drain plug was made by Femco. I found mine under, No Spill oil drain System. You remove the brass cap, and thread on a hose., has the hose go's on, it opens a valve in the plug. You can turn the hose half way off to switch drain pans. They make drain plugs for almost all engines. It makes draining oil much easier, especially when it's hot. I buy mine from my filter distributor. You could adapt almost all your equipment to this system.

[@VonBluesman]

Scotty is living the good life.

[@Robert-ud4zk]

Well, was 4 months ago but your first idea with the fan belt was the way to go, with the belt wrapped around and over a long hungry bar like 10 feet long. If your ever struggling, it’s only because your hungry bar is not long enough 😂😂

[@davidlaswell3812]

Cold temps might be some of your problems. You may have to remove the tire to gain more access to the wheel well, or turn the tire all the way to the right for the same access. Hopefully these are good tips for you on this project. Stay safe.👍

[@barrylee9068]

Young lady you can also use red and white finger nail polish to mark battery cable ends. That's what I did on farm tractor. I just had to return them to my wife's collections before she missed them.

[@teespoon1750]

Happy New Year! You need a truck type oil filter wrench, slides up on the filter then you operate with a 1/2" drive ratchet/extension to turn it! Try NAPA or local auto parts store! Best of luck!

[@sstorholm]

I have a huge pair of Knipex water pump pliers, the largest they make probably, solely for removing stuck oil filters. Grip it so tight it collapses the filter, and spin it off. Once I’ve managed to tear off the can and innards, then you get the air chisel and carefully spin of the top plate after carefully heating the plate around the center thread. The vice grip filter pliers are really handy for general filter removal, I’ve never been a fan of the chain and strap wrenches.

[@bobrat]

Good luck on the filters. Remember to write the date and mileage/hours on the filter. Grant in the front end loader reminded me of my 1st time driving the M 577 Comand Track 😁

[@clydebaker1857]

#1 always prefill fuel filter BEFORE installing, #2 get the wide band oil wrench appropriate size for the oil filter

[@charlesb4267]

Yes, I was going oh no .... when I saw that primary frame filter going on without being topped off with fuel. I realize some mechanics scream at filling filters for fear of adding dirt but why one has make sure the fuel and container used is spotless. That would take an awful lot of priming with a hand primer ( if it has one ) to fill that filter and I assume there should be an engine mounted one as well. The wide band steel filter tools are the ticket all right, avoid the frustration and potentially injuring ones self otherwise in the whole process

[@Praterphil]

I think you meant 77,000 pounds, not 770,000. Love your videos!

[@kw900lkevin]

correct the base weight is 66,489 pounds not 700 thousand

[@TheMonkdad]

66489.3 lbs

[@chez099]

Two things may help you. 1 - get one of the filter wrenches with a wide metal band instead of grippy teeth, or 2 - drive a long ( like 18" or more) screw driver into an undamaged portion of the filter body and out the other side , near the mounting point of the filter and try to break it loose by pushing the handle of the screw driver in the correct direction. Also, it goes against reason but sometimes trying to tighten the filter will break it loose enough to allow you to unscrew it.

[@janchristensen7993]

Try going to the top of the filter its a little stronger up there.

[@james1795]

Watch the video. There's not enough room to go higher.

[@markgrassl5585]

I'm retired after 44 yrs working in truck sh ops. Many times I have cursed the last guy to install the filters. If you can get the proper sized oil filter wrench ( I have one in my tool box) push it up to the top of the filter below the sealing surface, then use an extension to get enough turning room, that is your best chance. However I have destroyed the filter and have had to carefully remove what is left with a hammer and chisel. I have had to replace the filter to engine adaptor several times. Join the club.

[@thesunreport]

I think those filters can be really difficult, as we have seen here. The only advice I could offer is that if you use a plain piece of bike chain, and wrap that around the filter as near to the thread as possible. Then get some mole grips and use them to tighten the chain around the filter and that should hold it in position, as close to parallel to the threads as possible. Then you can use a cold chisel or drift and hammer to gently tap the chain where it meets itself and hopefully that will break the seal. It looked like it was the angle of approach as much as anything here as accessibilty was limited so you were putting too much angle on the turn. This angle may also have pushed the rubber seal of the filter against the housing on that side, meaning more friction and a harder turn. :)

[@Dunbarton]

mole grips - locking pliers (Vise-Grips, a vice grip or mole wrench)

[@user-ig1xo3om2x]

My technique when you get that overtightened is:- 1) Find a 1/2" square shaft flathead screwdriver, and a 4lb lump hammer. 2) Use the lump hammer to bash the screwdriver the bejasus through the filter, then "lefty loosy". 3) Laura already knows how to put a new filter on right.

[@andban92]

People think when cats decide to lay on them it's because they like humans,but harsh reality is that they use humans as warming pads and decide to sleep on them. 😹

[@CheersWarren]

Cat body normal temp is about 103 so they are warmer than us!

[@jd-zr3vk]

Cats only pick human warming pads that they like. They won’t pick some random stranger.

[@charlesb4267]

I think its even worse then that, they decide that its a nice comfy spot as well as waiting for the person to die so they don't want to stray too far away from such a meal. Cats have one thought, "Myself" 😆

[@js7127]

Yup, 2" wide cloth strap wound through a piece of 3/4" square tubing, filter wrench. Will still crush ones really stuck on but shouldn't puncture or tear them. Advantage is 1/2" drive so you can use extensions to get breaker bar below the frame.

[@ericaasen4512]

A little tip. When filters are being stubborn, just stab it with a big screwdriver and just bang it through to break it loose. Be prepareed to catch a few quarts of oil from it

[@mgttreecare]

One way to get the oil filters off is to drive a Lady Finger or really big punch all the way through it dead center then use it to twist. Once the sides are crushed we never had any luck with the filter wrenches. Other way is chisel and hammer to the top edge or air chisel.

[@villainjohnnoel8075]

Hi from France, i'm a company driver who drives a petrol tanker, the mechanics do all the maintenance on the truck,they always change the oil/filters with a hot/warm motor (oops,sorry you're American, engine).Love your chanel.

[@Double.J]

When push comes to shove, and you’re absolutely desperate, hammer a long screwdriver all the way through the filter where then the tip is sticking out a little bit on the other side of the filter and turn it then. It always works, I’ve done it a few times. Is it messy, heck yeah, but at least it’s off and you can clean up afterwards. Just have a bunch of rags or shop towels nearby ready to go when you start hammering.

[@mikeshuck2760]

I work at municipality waste water plant. We have 980G and 980M. 8 yard bucket. Load processed solids. 70,000 tons a year.

[@bobcrean2928]

Drive a large screwdriver directly through the filter as close to the top as possible. Put a pipe over the end of the screwdriver and turn the filter out.

[@Robert-ud4zk]

Always a good idea to ask your mechanic for any pointers when you wish to do a task yourself such as changing oil, the first piece of advise your mechanic would have given you would have been make sure the oil is hot,,,

[@gsfarm9]

For those big diesel engine filters you need a heavy duty strap wrench. Maybe a local trucking company has one you can borrow, and ask them where to pick one up. Usually they have a fitting for a 1/2" breaker bar so you can get lots of leverage. Good luck!

[@mikevaske8255]

Working as mechanic, late 1990s - 2000s, I had 3 in wide band straps, worked great. Later NAPA went to 1 1/2 wide bands. Same stock number so could not get the wide band filter wrench

[@eddievangilder8081]

Your localJohn Deere store...they have a large oil filter wrench which is actually a piece of tube steel (which can be driven. By a 1/2” ratchet) with a belt of material (imagine a seat belt, only shorter). Very simple but was the last filter wrench I ever bought...approx 30 yrs ago. Good Luck. 😊

[@General_Confusion]

Tighten up the filter a tiny bit before you undo it. I know it sounds nuts but it works.

[@dglennon20]

When you've crushed that beer can of a filter, use a chisel on the top mounting plate. Make a wedge/divot on the mounting plate and hammer in the direction of unscrewing. Of course you need to be able to fit all that stuff up near the top.

[@edloughrey1181]

I have been a diesel mechanic since 1976 only a few times have I run into this situation. It was always with a used truck purchase. I found chisel on the top ring to be the best way to be the filter to move. Be careful of to gouge the filter house g when hitting the chisel. Good Luck I've

[@robertlaurer8392]

Have some wire numbers in your toolbox so you can mark stuff when you take them apart and get the order or position correct when replacing them.

[@cbschinke]

Put a piece of Sandpaper (as thick of paper as you can get) with rough side on the filter to add grip to that chain-thing you have.

[@bruceshier9724]

Changing large filters on Air Force big rigs, many of us would drive a large screwdriver through the filter near the top. This would give us plenty of leverage having two ends to hold on to.

[@mateuszciaranek9185]

The one thing that helped me when i worked on trucks was the three leg oil filter wrench you just put it on a rachet and its way easier in my opinion.

[@Dennismelnychuk]

Seat belt style filter wrench is what you need to get that off. Being a heavy equipment mechanic for 30 years I have have filters work there way loose so I do tighten the 3/4 turn once contact is made. If it's really cold out and you tighten it when it's warm out to take it off it is way tighter. Make sure to fill that fuel filter with deisel.

[@kurtido5055]

Old school when you have crushed the filter get a large straight tip screw driver drive it through the filter to unscrew. Works best if both the housing and filter are at or close to normal room temperature.

[@threynolds2]

Get a piece of an old leather belt and some 80 grit sandpaper. Glue the sandpaper to the belt. Put that, sandpaper side to the filter, between the chain and the filter. Work on the one that's not mangled to give you as much room as possible to work on the mangled one.

[@johnensminger7675]

Thanks for the truck update! She runs again!

[@roadrailer1656]

There are times when even the best band clamps won't work. Mostly because, as you folks noted, they were put on too tight. That said. Get a good one. Move it as close to the top as you can. This will help reduce crushing. As you are close to the seating ring. Use an extension to get you below the frame. This should work. If not, and there is room at the top. First look to see if there's enough of the seating ring exposed. So that you can use an air chisel to loosen it. Direct impact on the seating ring will usually do the job. Be careful not to impact the filter base. Also, I had a quick-change valve installed on my truck in place of the drain plug. This allows you to shut it off. When you change pans. You two are awesome. Be good and luv always. Craig

[@MrBobVick]

Take the filter assembly bracket off the motor, then you can do it on the bench.

[@dlfabrications]

If you remove the can of the filter, you can then twist it off with the special wrench that you are going to make. The special wrench has fingers that insert into the leftover portion still stuck to the engine.(make shift spanner wrench) You might have to make those fingers long enough to clear the frame of the truck.

[@michaellyvers4997]

I am a diesel tech. Look into a very large pair of channel locks. Or a filter wrench that goes onto half inch rachet. Snap on has them but you can find them on Amazon. Volvos are notorious for being a pain. I've not found a filter I've not gotten off. Even after thinking I can't. If needing link I can look it up.

[@donaldblackburn4836]

I always get the engine up to operating temperature before i do an oil change. It sucks having to deal with the hot oil, but the filters are 100% easier to break loose.

[@Belcher391]

Like others have said a strap wrench. I had one that went on a half inch ratchet. Plus fuel filters should be filled before put back on. Makes it easier to start the truck no air pocket.

[@billbean7549]

A cold chisel against the top ring has worked for me in the past. Be careful not to nick the engine casting. Happy new year and happy anniversary.

[@ellismarko]

I agree with all the comments about using a strap wrench as high up on the filter as you can. If it still crushes the filter, wrap some stove pipe around the filter and run some sheet metal screws to hold in place - then use a pipe on a 1/2" breaker bar to turn the strap wrench

[@brucejacobs3161]

Sometimes there is a rare occasion where you have to use a center punch and Hammer to get it off but when you put the fuel filter on you should have at least filled it with fuel to keep the air bubbles out as much as possible

[@MikeSparkman]

Pro tip. Scrub all the battery cable ends with a wire brush then coat them all with a protective terminal coating after you hook them up. Try turning the filter both ways. Might help break the seal loose. Definitely need a better filter wrench.

[@larrykassebaum1926]

When removing oil filters; Large channel locks and close to the very top of the filter to remove filter.

[@1984shadow]

You should wire brush the cable ends to s shiny state along with the battery posts to ensure good electrical contact.

[@butchchastain6317]

Laura and Grant thanks for the ride a long. For the oil filter. If Grant has an old leather belt that plus a socket extension (long) will get the filter loose. Just put belt through the loop and use the socket extension for leverage. 👍

[@lawrence7065]

Time to buy the correct wrench. Also on the side of the filter there is a diagram on how much to tighten the filter. Hand tight will come lose and leak.

[@michaelmanbeck9159]

Hi..try two or 3 flat pieces rubber or wood 1/2 inch thick 5 inches long.. between chain and filter cantainer..tap with a mallet at top edge of filter can as you turn..with second person helping...have a great day ...stay warm...

[@kennethhanson560]

Your funny marking the cables, I usually just take a pic with my cell.

[@ralphjelomono9068]

Heat gun or hair drier to get the filter body hot. Then as noted in other comments a sturdy large strap wrench to get a grip near the top.

[@rnp1785]

I’ve used a rubber strap wrench that has a 3 inch wide band on it so it distributes the pressure over a wider area so it won’t crush the oil filter and it works pretty good if you could find one auto parts maybe online. I’ve also removed a filter that was stuck I drove a big screwdriver all the way through the filter and turned the filter off that way

[@Mach34i]

Hi Laura clean your battery cable connections and post before install. Corrosion leads to a voltage drop leads to less current where needed.

[@mazchen]

Try enforcing the filter hull by wrapping it in some sheet metal or a cut open tin can to avoid it getting crushed... Maybe heating it (careful with the oil) could help too.

[@Andersonjordan115]

What we do is take off the oil fill cap, and while the oil is draining out of the pan, poke a hole all the way through the filter with a screwdriver and use that to unscrew it. By having the oil fill cap off and the plug out, thershouldn’t be(in theory) any pressure inside of there. Thus, loosening the seal.

[@cory9088]

A strap wrench that works with a half inch extension and breaker bar or i sometimes use the air hammer with a chisel, up at the top of the filter where the meat is. And then just turn it off. Most of the time that works.

[@darrellcarnline2697]

Take a strap of metal and put underneath your wrench to protect the filter and it will stop from digging into it. If that doesn’t work, tear the filter off and there will be a metal base to it then you can take a chisel and chisel into the metal base to get it turn.

[@jeffmurray6395]

That's cool here in east Tennessee we have big loaders like that at our mines they can load gravel ore lime dump trucks in one bucket and semis in two yes they are huge thanks for the videos have a great day 🙂

[@kenwillis280]

So funny, she says I cut it off 3 times and it’s still to short!! 🤪

[@bobbolieu9013]

It is goofy why some people over tighten oil filters. I had one on a car a long time ago that was so tight that I tore the filter can off and left the threaded portion of the filter on the engine. I wound up using a chisel and a hammer to turn the last bit of the filter that seats against the engine block. I usually only give my filters a quarter turn past hand sung at the most. The filter doesn't leak, and the filter comes off with the filter wrench. It's a difficult task to get those off and to not damage the gasket seat for the filter. You have to be very careful to undo someone's misunderstanding of what tight is for a filter.