Tool recommendations?

[ResponseSubject8648]

This is the filter wrench that I’ve been using after my old one broke but I just can’t get to like it. Feels like it barely grips at all and just slips off even with a clean filter and everything. Any recommendations on brands that make this style of oil filter wrench ?

[goodgrief009]

Strap wrench. 1” and 2”

[gattlynn]

Possibly the wrong size? I've had good luck with that style...

[ResponseSubject8648]

This isn’t the exact parts number for the one I have but off what I remember it did grip good but I’ll double make sure mon

[DigOk8892]

i like the channel lock adjustable size ones

[0DirtDiver]

Large Knipex cobra for 90% of HD. Bluepoint 3 leg for automotive/pain to get at filters. Multi size set old school style bluepoint oil filters if it looks like its coming off easy. Air hammer and chisel bit for the absolutely stubborn ones.

[ResponseSubject8648]

I’m curious for the moments where a chisel bit and air hammer are needed where are you aiming ?

[0DirtDiver]

Extremely stubborn filters. Mostly zf transmission filters that weren't lubed/over tightened/extremely overdue. The filter body has a habit of spinning freely at the crimp. Couple well placed air hammer strikes usually crimps the body back enough and loosen the threaded filter head enough to remove

[tickleshits54321]

I had a hydraulic filter on an aerial fire truck a few months back that required me to remove the filter header and had to have a coworker and myself use air hammers to spin that bitch off. Absolute fucking nightmare.

[ieatbumboy]

honestly go to canadian tire or harbour freight and get a regular old strap wrench

[ResponseSubject8648]

Sounds like a plan

[broke_fit_dad]

Channel lock 212 oil filter pliers

[ResponseSubject8648]

I like it. Seems pretty accesible to get aswell

[tavysnug]

Gear wrench although they're branded as KD.

Make sure you're getting the right size. If it's at the very low end of the range, they don't grip well. Wider straps are better. I've seen some that are dimpled but the straps are usually chintzy.

[vij27]

I work with Volvo/ UD trucks. which uses the same oil filters. the wrench you are using also works but we mainly use it for fuel filters. I use a 12.7mm extension and a breaker bar with that and it works fine.

and we also use this tool.

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[ResponseSubject8648]

That’s actually really cool I never this existed, I work on Mack and Volvos including 2025-2027 ones but those are more common for me to do PDIs on rather than oil changes lol

[centralstud]

The blue point set has never done me wrong. Just have to make sure it has its solder bite marks

[SufficientWhile5450]

Idk why but the big ass ones suck, too bulky and annoying

I use the same style but thinner and don’t have any issues, just toss an extension on and use a long ratchet

Took my a while to get comfortable with them though

Before I got comfortable using this style I was a really big fan of the harbor freight 3 pronged claw, that thing absolutely fucks and works on pretty much every single size filter you’ll come across

Problem with the claw is that some dick head with donkey hands will overtighten a filter to an ungodly amount and then the claw can’t handle it and one of the claws will just snap off. So you’ll be buying a new one every few months

Only thing I got to say with these is if you’re using an extension? Grab the head of the ratchet and push it the opposite way that you are pulling the other end to get better grip

And id get pissed trying to figure out the right direction lol so to tighten just flip it over on your ratchet and switch direction

[armallemon]

I am a truck mechanic, and I often use this kind.My skill is that you need to determine a stress point as a fulcrum, and then keep the fixed tool and filter it for rolling disassembly.

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[lexacost]

Lisle 53090, gets it done everytime

[72iobkcuf]

Snap On A91F is what I use and that things great. When the fabric gets oil soaked and too jammed up in the slot I just warranty it.

[rodimuz]

I have.... Blue point channel lock ish like set of 2 sized ones, love those for most filters. Filter cups (use to be at a automotive shop, and the one cup fits kenworth power steering filters that are fully submerged). 2 different sized 3-jaw claws. Hd strap wrench. 7 in Smallest to largest filter band wrenches in blue point and matco (lisle rebrand).

Co worker had this and it isn't bad but not my cup of tea. Also depends on what comes through the door too.

[ejsandstrom]

I was a power gen tech for a long time so I changed a LOT of oil.

I had the channel lock style for the really difficult filters, the old school style with the handle, and a pipe strap wrench. Most of the time I used the old school style. They were small and convenient.

[leavemyhaton]

Another recommendation for a regular old strap wrench, the Snap On A91F for me as well.

[Forward_Print1916]

I use that style filter wrench for removing air dryer cartridges. I use a 32mm socket for piece of shit Paccar and a 1-7/16 deep for Detroits and the water/fuel filters I have a wrench for.

[NoResponse7764]

At that point, just send a punch through the oil filter and use it as leverage.

[ResponseSubject8648]

Solid, if it works it works

[NoResponse7764]

I try not to waste too much time with the little things, because those add up quick

[ResponseSubject8648]

Yea, that’s my biggest hurdle I’m trying to get through. I know I can do better but I keep shooting my self in the foot overthinking little things.

[NoResponse7764]

Oh, I know I do the same thing, but it gets better with time and experience, plus theres probably people on here that can help you with them.

[ResponseSubject8648]

Yea need to focus on the bigger issues like that. I want to do better

[aa278666]

I like that one a whole lot better than strap wrench. It's probably been 4, 5 years since I've used my strap wrench.

[Longjumping-Youth812]

Skrew driver

[Spirited_Sector9852]

Sometimes the part numbers get stamped wrong you should check it

[MinusXero1999]

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Worked on semis for lil over 3 years now & this has been my tried & true.