I think if you cant figure out how to get the filter off, leave the engine intact before attempting any engine swaps

 

well i do know basic engine maintainence, so an oil filter shouldnt be a problem. i just never seen one that took forever and a day using 4 men and a baby to try to remove this thing. lol but hey, thanks for the advice. I got it off so thats over with. the engine is up and running strong. fresh oil, plugs, wires, battery, filters, the works. i might just ride this till the engine gives up on me then think of a swap.

 

My guess is you used the baby improperly, wrap it around the opposite direction you want to turn the filter smack it on the *** and turn.

 

Huh??? Okay, things are getting crazy on here. But it runs now so thats all that matters. Theres no leaks or anything. Now i can start working on the interior.

 

Before you crush or stab it, try hose clamps.

One or two of the screw type hose clamps will grab the filter can & give you a better grip with whatever you use.



Then you can transfer the hose clamps to the new filter before you install it.

That makes it easier next time.