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Old May 9, 2014 | 09:36 AM
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I just use the filters that have the nut on the end so that I can just remove it with a socket.....never had any issues getting it off.
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 09:39 AM
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Stop putting the filter on so tight!
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 10:46 AM
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And make damn sure you use Amsoil and an Amsoil filter!!! If you don't, the Amsoil ****'s will execute several babys because you didn't!!
 
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Old May 10, 2014 | 07:03 AM
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The dealer did the last oil change.
 
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Old May 10, 2014 | 07:06 AM
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In 12 yrs this is the first time I've had a problem. And the dealer did the last oil change.
 
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Old May 10, 2014 | 07:08 AM
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Just used the screwdriver yesterday for the last time, I am going to buy the K&N for now on.
Yep, K&N filters are the ticket. Remove it with a ratchet and socket. Easy!
 
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Originally Posted by balfbaby
In 12 yrs this is the first time I've had a problem. And the dealer did the last oil change.
Definitely a beotch when you can't get the old filter loose and all the 4-letter words in your dictionary won't help loosen it off. Guessing the dealer let their "prospect mechanic" do your change and probably didn't smear a bead of oil on rubber seal. Other than over-tightening, that's why filters bond/weld themselves to the block (you probably know). Also, HD does a great engineering job planning tons of room to work around your filter (not ). Like others, I switched to K&N with the nut-end and that's my best alternative. Otherwise a "rubber strap" wrench works too. Glad you got it off & road-ready.
 
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Old May 11, 2014 | 06:14 AM
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Ya I think the K&N is the choice from now on. Thanks
 
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The dealer did the last oil change.
The guy who installed the oil filter most likely did not lube the gasket first, that is why oil filters get stuck.
 
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**** happens,, just use one of the old methods as you did to remove it..
 
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