My current oil filter pliers work most times, but sometimes the filters I work with(7.3 diesel) can really get stuck on and band style is the only style that will get them off. My coworker has the 3 sizes of blue point with the solid blue handles. They work well, and am thinking about getting them, but I would like to hear your opinion on what you like and have had good luck with.
Filter band style wrenches
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http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/products/?product=332&division=1&category=9
The bluepoint ones he has look like these lisle ones, just rebranded with a blue handle, possibly. But lisle also has these swivel grippers, that look like they might work even better.
http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/products/?product=521&division=1&category=9
The bluepoint ones he has look like these lisle ones, just rebranded with a blue handle, possibly. But lisle also has these swivel grippers, that look like they might work even better.
http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/products/?product=521&division=1&category=9
Wamsutta
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The KD "Swivoil" filter wrenches are fantastic. The handle swivels for clearance. These days with all the company mergings and acquisitions, you might find some that are branded GearWrench. They come in 4 size ranges.
https://www.toolsource.com/images/prod_images/KDT3083_1200Wx1200H.jpg
https://www.toolsource.com/images/prod_images/KDT3083_1200Wx1200H.jpg
I used this pictured strap wrench for a year or so with no issues. It has a 1/2" drive recess to be used on a breaker bar or ratchet. With an extension I've gotten this into tight spots I couldn't have gotten my band filter wrenches into. I've also used it to break free the most stubborn oil filters and it grips incredibly. I hardly use band style filter wrenches any more. Can be had at any Napa for around $15. However, I couldn't find the link so I just posted the Amazon photo.
Also snap on makes a pretty good one as well, slightly heavier strap that grips a little better.
https://store.snapon.com/Oil-Filter...lter-Wrench-1-6-filter-diameter--P643618.aspx
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Also snap on makes a pretty good one as well, slightly heavier strap that grips a little better.
https://store.snapon.com/Oil-Filter...lter-Wrench-1-6-filter-diameter--P643618.aspx
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WittHay
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I agree with Ruger 556, the regular Lisle are good but the Swivel Grippers are better.
I have 4 sizes of band style filter wrenches plus the strap type for larger filters. Never used the filter pliers
I have 4 sizes of band style filter wrenches plus the strap type for larger filters. Never used the filter pliers
Agreed. I've been using that tool as long as I've been changing oil. Decades.
This style is always my go to, I am not a big fan of the band style after I started using these. Just make sure you get the right size.
TEKTON 5867 16-Inch Oil Filter Pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NPUKG6/?tag=atomicindus08-20
TEKTON 5867 16-Inch Oil Filter Pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NPUKG6/?tag=atomicindus08-20
uncwstudent
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I've used this Lisle oil filter wrench and have had a lot of success with it: http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/products/?product=377
You can get it at Advanced Auto Parts for pretty cheap with coupon codes.
You can get it at Advanced Auto Parts for pretty cheap with coupon codes.
cliftonbros89
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I use the Lisle ones for most everything. I think I have 5 different sizes. They work really well.
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I ended up getting the swivel grippers -- 57020, 57030, 57040, and 54200 (because i couldn't find anywhere online that had that big of a size in the swivel gripper style.)
I already have the OTC adjustable pliers 4561 and lisle 63250 adjustable jaw attachment. The pliers are my most used method, but I have ran into instances where they crush the filter before it will break free. The jaw attachment works good for filters up in an engine compartment that you can't pliers, but most filters that I've ran into that get stuck on have too deep of a dish and the jaws won't have enough to grip on.
I already have the OTC adjustable pliers 4561 and lisle 63250 adjustable jaw attachment. The pliers are my most used method, but I have ran into instances where they crush the filter before it will break free. The jaw attachment works good for filters up in an engine compartment that you can't pliers, but most filters that I've ran into that get stuck on have too deep of a dish and the jaws won't have enough to grip on.