a) multiple wrenches,
> >
> > b) someone suggested a screwdriver with a hammer, tapping the
> > screwdriver blade into the lip which would dig in and cause it to turn
> > at the same time.


Methob "B" works, but I use it as a last resort, as it can damage the
sealing surface if you are not careful.
I use a huge pair of channel-locks for most filters. My favorite special
tool had three arms that squeeze it by the end and will crush it, but always
works. A simple strap-wrench will probably do it, you dont have to by the
plastic one sold by the carpenter, bob villa, use an old serpentine belt,
timing belt, or a piece of tow-strap with a pair of vise-grips.
Jamming a big screwdriver through it is messy, but usually works. If it
doesn't, then your only option is "B".

--
Paul Calman, Hathaway Pines, California

 

Just as Paul sugests, use a big pair of channel lock pliers, or refered as
water pump pliers, I had to use them on a Ford Escort for the first oil change,
the oil filter on your Wrangler is a lot easier to get to than the escort....


Kevin in Iowa
http://7slotgrille.com/jeepers/lwb/kevinxj/index.html

 

Just as Paul sugests, use a big pair of channel lock pliers, or refered as
water pump pliers, I had to use them on a Ford Escort for the first oil change,
the oil filter on your Wrangler is a lot easier to get to than the escort....


Kevin in Iowa
http://7slotgrille.com/jeepers/lwb/kevinxj/index.html

 

Just as Paul sugests, use a big pair of channel lock pliers, or refered as
water pump pliers, I had to use them on a Ford Escort for the first oil change,
the oil filter on your Wrangler is a lot easier to get to than the escort....


Kevin in Iowa
http://7slotgrille.com/jeepers/lwb/kevinxj/index.html

 

Just as Paul sugests, use a big pair of channel lock pliers, or refered as
water pump pliers, I had to use them on a Ford Escort for the first oil change,
the oil filter on your Wrangler is a lot easier to get to than the escort....


Kevin in Iowa
http://7slotgrille.com/jeepers/lwb/kevinxj/index.html

 

You think the TJ is bad, try changing the oil on a Libby. Some engineer got
a huge bonus for the placement of that oil filter.
It took me almost 2 hours to change the oil in my wife's Libby. I did not
have any problems changing the oil in my 02 TJ the first time. I also have a
really cool wrench that my Dad gave me. It is kind of a "claw" looking
wrench. Best oil filter removal tool I have ever used.
You can see it here.
http://home.nc.rr.com/thegavettes/Oil_filter_wrench.htm

"Jean-Paul Lanaux" <jpl@jplanaux.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1b050a564d5c9fe3989688@netnews.worldnet.a tt.net...
> I am attempting my first oil filter change in my 04 Wrangler. Luckily I
> have a spare auto. I crushed the filter, the factory spun the filter on
> too tight. Does any reader out there have any magic tricks for this
> unlucky guy on how to best remove the filter? I scowered the net using
> google and was surprised to see that there is no info on this topic.
>
> Two ideas:
>
> a) multiple wrenches,
>
> b) someone suggested a screwdriver with a hammer, tapping the
> screwdriver blade into the lip which would dig in and cause it to turn
> at the same time.

 

You think the TJ is bad, try changing the oil on a Libby. Some engineer got
a huge bonus for the placement of that oil filter.
It took me almost 2 hours to change the oil in my wife's Libby. I did not
have any problems changing the oil in my 02 TJ the first time. I also have a
really cool wrench that my Dad gave me. It is kind of a "claw" looking
wrench. Best oil filter removal tool I have ever used.
You can see it here.
http://home.nc.rr.com/thegavettes/Oil_filter_wrench.htm

"Jean-Paul Lanaux" <jpl@jplanaux.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1b050a564d5c9fe3989688@netnews.worldnet.a tt.net...
> I am attempting my first oil filter change in my 04 Wrangler. Luckily I
> have a spare auto. I crushed the filter, the factory spun the filter on
> too tight. Does any reader out there have any magic tricks for this
> unlucky guy on how to best remove the filter? I scowered the net using
> google and was surprised to see that there is no info on this topic.
>
> Two ideas:
>
> a) multiple wrenches,
>
> b) someone suggested a screwdriver with a hammer, tapping the
> screwdriver blade into the lip which would dig in and cause it to turn
> at the same time.

 

You think the TJ is bad, try changing the oil on a Libby. Some engineer got
a huge bonus for the placement of that oil filter.
It took me almost 2 hours to change the oil in my wife's Libby. I did not
have any problems changing the oil in my 02 TJ the first time. I also have a
really cool wrench that my Dad gave me. It is kind of a "claw" looking
wrench. Best oil filter removal tool I have ever used.
You can see it here.
http://home.nc.rr.com/thegavettes/Oil_filter_wrench.htm

"Jean-Paul Lanaux" <jpl@jplanaux.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1b050a564d5c9fe3989688@netnews.worldnet.a tt.net...
> I am attempting my first oil filter change in my 04 Wrangler. Luckily I
> have a spare auto. I crushed the filter, the factory spun the filter on
> too tight. Does any reader out there have any magic tricks for this
> unlucky guy on how to best remove the filter? I scowered the net using
> google and was surprised to see that there is no info on this topic.
>
> Two ideas:
>
> a) multiple wrenches,
>
> b) someone suggested a screwdriver with a hammer, tapping the
> screwdriver blade into the lip which would dig in and cause it to turn
> at the same time.

 

You think the TJ is bad, try changing the oil on a Libby. Some engineer got
a huge bonus for the placement of that oil filter.
It took me almost 2 hours to change the oil in my wife's Libby. I did not
have any problems changing the oil in my 02 TJ the first time. I also have a
really cool wrench that my Dad gave me. It is kind of a "claw" looking
wrench. Best oil filter removal tool I have ever used.
You can see it here.
http://home.nc.rr.com/thegavettes/Oil_filter_wrench.htm

"Jean-Paul Lanaux" <jpl@jplanaux.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1b050a564d5c9fe3989688@netnews.worldnet.a tt.net...
> I am attempting my first oil filter change in my 04 Wrangler. Luckily I
> have a spare auto. I crushed the filter, the factory spun the filter on
> too tight. Does any reader out there have any magic tricks for this
> unlucky guy on how to best remove the filter? I scowered the net using
> google and was surprised to see that there is no info on this topic.
>
> Two ideas:
>
> a) multiple wrenches,
>
> b) someone suggested a screwdriver with a hammer, tapping the
> screwdriver blade into the lip which would dig in and cause it to turn
> at the same time.

 

I would laugh but the samething happened to me. The factory oil
filter must have been put on with an air gun! They did not oil the
the gasket or read the instructions on the filter!
Here are some tips:
1) If the filter is still on you could drill a hole through it and
insert a big screw driver.

2) Make sure you are using a good oil filter remover and not a cheap
platic tool, it should be made out of metal. Try a new type of
remover

3) I got mine of by using a "Boa" tool from Canadian Tire - it is a
long thick rubber band with a plastic handle. I wrapped it around the
filter and it had enough grip to get it off.

Hey where do you live?