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Old 11-19-2006, 09:59 PM
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umm for oil filters, i just get large vice grips and crush the filter then its easy to spin off,
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Old 11-19-2006, 10:04 PM
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umm for oil filters, i just get large vice grips and crush the filter then its easy to spin off,
either that or stab it with a screwdriver.
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Old 11-19-2006, 10:16 PM
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did the jack break down after intense use?
well it got used a lot, but not overly used id say

maybe was used a couple times a week...but i guess i didnt take very good care of it either
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Old 11-20-2006, 02:04 AM
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I would reccomend you get your tools at Sears. They don't nescessarily have to be Craftsman brand but if you get the cheap stuff from Autozone, advance auto, etc - you will end up replacing it and it will cost.

I've been working on my cars and my friends cars in driveways, garages, parking lots, and anywhere else you can imagine sorting out all their small problems or helping them with upgrades. I also worked at Sears for awhile, so I know a bit about their return policies.

I started out with a $30 120 piece socket and ratchet set. Didn't have everything but it had enough, and I still use it. I also bought a jack and jackstands from AutoZone and those haven't let me down yet. I think the day I ran out and bought all of that stuff I ended up spending maybe $100? I also picked up a few smaller items and a torque wrench from Advance Auto (bad idea).

Anyways back on topic, buy good sockets and ratchets atleast. It's so incredibly easy to break Autozone sockets, you wouldn't believe it. Especially in the cold.

I'd also reccomend looking into a tool box, possibly one that locks so that you can keep your tools in order and secure...it will save you money if you don't have to run out and buy a week's supply of 10mm sockets.
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Old 11-20-2006, 02:27 AM
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Originally Posted by SinisterCRX
either that or stab it with a screwdriver.
Or you just spin it off....
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Old 11-20-2006, 03:17 AM
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Originally Posted by BigWheeze
Or you just spin it off....
I always thought the oil filter wrenches that look like a giant pair of pliers worked the best. I'd never buy one though, cause I can use any of the above methods to get one off. I've always been told that you shouldn't put one on any tighter than you can get it with a firm grip.
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Old 11-25-2006, 12:00 AM
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ok this is what i had before i went shopping today


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Old 11-25-2006, 03:00 AM
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do you know borat?
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Old 11-25-2006, 03:49 AM
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Looks like a great start.Now get them out of the package and dirty
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Old 11-25-2006, 04:01 AM
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Dont know if they have a Walmart over there but its a cheap place to buy tools. If they break, who cares!
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