Thanks Mike. I like the slip jaw pliers idea. What I need is a large
clamp/vise grip device with a long t-shaped handle. Once it's clamped on,
you turn the "T" from above the engine. No concerns about the cramped
quarters and plenty of leverage.
Off to Sears ....
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "datsunmike" <datsunmike@nyc.rr.com>
To: "Michael Breen" <elvis@channel1.com>; <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, September 28, 2001 8:48 PM
Subject: Re: stuck oil filter ...
> I have used a variety of tricks from using large Craftsman slip jaw
pliers,
> a large screwdriver drivin through the filter and buying a special oil
> filter plier.
>
> I had the same problem in my Miata the first time I tried to change the
> filter and it was a nightmare as there was no room to work.
>
> If it's the Roadster it should be pretty easy although I'm sure you are
> freaking out as I was. Take your time it will come off. Taking out the
> battery would help as you'll have more room to work.
>
> Mike
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Michael Breen" <elvis@channel1.com>
> To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, September 28, 2001 8:35 PM
> Subject: stuck oil filter ...
>
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > Any tricks on unsticking a stuck oil filter (twist on type)? Can't get
the
> > thing to budge.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Mike
> >
> > 68 2000
> >
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