Rupert
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- Joined
- Feb 11, 2016
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- Location
- Annapolis, Md
- Ram Year
- 2014 big horn
- Engine
- Hemi 5.7
After making a complete mess the first time changing the oil filter in my truck, I looked around to see what I might have to avoid the mess.
What I found works perfect is an old 6" dia 3" deep saucepan with handle.
First loosen the filter to hand tight, but not so loose it leaks, then slide the pan in below it with the handle towards the front and it will nearly align itself, by laying on the hydraulic lines ( steering I think, cant remember at the moment) and leaves enough room to get your hand in there to loosen the filter till it drops into the pan. Let is sit till it stops dripping, then just slide it out.
I have a lift, which makes it even easier but I think It would work fine laying on the ground.
What I found works perfect is an old 6" dia 3" deep saucepan with handle.
First loosen the filter to hand tight, but not so loose it leaks, then slide the pan in below it with the handle towards the front and it will nearly align itself, by laying on the hydraulic lines ( steering I think, cant remember at the moment) and leaves enough room to get your hand in there to loosen the filter till it drops into the pan. Let is sit till it stops dripping, then just slide it out.
I have a lift, which makes it even easier but I think It would work fine laying on the ground.