removing oil filter on 3.0
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removing oil filter on 3.0
I find that the oil filter on my 1999 3.0 Ranger is very difficult to remove. I bolted and welded a 11/16" nut on the end of a metal cup oil filter wrench so that I can use a box/openend wrench to remove the filter. There is not enough room to put a cup filter wrench and socket ratchet on the end of the filter, the frame is too close. I tried the band type oil filter wrench, but there really isn't enough room. I have tried Motorcraft and Fram oil filters. I see that the K&N oil filters have a "nut" welded on the end of the filter. I would assume that the K&N oil filters are easier to remove. Any pros or cons to the K&N filter? I know they cost more, but I'll live with it. I use GTX 10W30 conventional oil. I change the oil and filter every 3-4 months, never over 3,000 miles.
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