oil filter wrench

[Jim Ashbaugh]

Where might I find a strap type filter wrench ? I'm going to take my truck in the dealer for oil and filter as none of my wrenches will work, at least I don't want to try them. Also would like to know where I might load up on the best oil filter.

Thanks Jim

 

[RMHanes]

There was a posting I ran across that mentioned a filter wrench that is made by Snap-On. Bought a strap wrench from the local, non chain, parts place and have not had any problems. Biggest problem is in getting the strap around the bottom and back of the filter. Always gets hung up! Good luck.

 

[B.G. Smith]

The consensus is that the best wrench is the strap wrench that NAPA sells which has a fabric strap and the best deal on filters is Geno's Gatrage. bg

 

[Bob Cochran]

I bought mine from KD tools and it was a little ove $6. 00 and works great. Here is the link and I hope this works!!!
http://www.mytoolstore.com/kd/kdfilt04.html#3149

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2001 RAM 3500 dually Quad Cab SLT, 4. 10 limited slip, HO 245 hp, 6-speed, dark garnet pearl coat, interior agate, All options except heated leather, added DeeZee brite diamond tool box, Linex spray-in bed liner, Lund hood deflector 3 piece smoke color, DeeZee brite diamond cab/bed running boards and TurboSaver (from Gino's) also Reese 5th wheel 15k hitch. No plans to bomb. This is my retirment vehicle currently pulling 21' 5er want to buy 30 to 35 for retirment.

 

[Bob Cochran]

OOPS!!! Should have said it was a KD tool bought through "my tool store".

 

[Homicide]

I bought a strap wrench set from Sears.

The set came with one big one and one small wrench. Both are made of rubber and plastic.

One end of the straps is removeable, so getting under and around the filter for tightening and loosening was a breeze. Both come in real handy for other light-duty wrench related jobs around the house too. Cost was around $20 for the pair.

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1999 2500 Quad SLT, 4x4, Auto, SWB, white with Agate leather interior, all options except fog lights. Very happy with the changed 4. 10 gears to 3. 55. 285/75 tires. Towing a '96 21ft Boston Whaler Outrage with 225 hp Johnson and galv. TT. Getting ready to BOMB because the Dodge is a little doggy towing the Whaler and my big Asian butt. Bomb run #1, Edge EZ box. Next???

"LIFE IS TOO SHORT FOR CHEAP BEER/DODGE PARTS"

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[Neal Cassady]

Picked up one at Autozone for around $6. 00, made in China, not the greatest but it works. Plan on picking up a better one in the future.

Dave D

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2001. 5 QC, LB, 4x4, Auto, 3. 54, Everything but Leather, Bright Silver Metallic, ARE K Series, Diprocal EGT, Boost and transmission Temp in an Autometer Dash Pod, Westin CPS Platinum Step Bars - Black on Stainless

 

[Ralph Edward]

If you're having to use a strap wrench every time you change oil you're putting the filter on way to tight. This is my second cummins and I have never had to use a wrench save first time from factory.

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1999 3500,5 spd,3:54,Red,Gear Venders ,Fiberglass Running boards, Bed Liner.

 

[red1ton]

I purchased my strap wrench from Post Tools for $6. 99.

To find the nearest one check out their web site at:
http://www.post-tools.com/

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2001, 3500, 2X4, QC, SLT, Auto, 3. 54 gears, camper and tow packages. Lance model 1130 camper. Rancho 9000 5 Speed shocks. BD Brake, autoloc, pressureloc. Hadley air horns. OEM bugshield w/eyebrows and dash cover. Member San Jose Ram Runners.

 

[KatDiesel]

<font color=blue>Going to move this to the "Products" forum so that other people that "don't" read the 24v Forum can answer and give ya some thoughts. Please continue discussion over there... .....

Here is a "link" to the "New" thread in Products forum
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[This message has been edited by KatDiesel (Eric Howard) (edited 02-26-2001). ]