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"Just look for the big ugly broken Dodge in front of NAPA"
2nd Gen Ram Tech1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.
Ahhh focus guys....We are supposed to be talking about a ram....your jumping all over here with lawnmowers and chevys ... I would drop the tank...if things are that rusty chances are the hangers/line need replacing anyway right? Why not do it once the right way?
LOL that was my next resort. Actually got the thing off using a strap wrench and a torque multiplier.
I had to resort to the screwdriver method a few months ago on my Dodge and was cussing up a storm. Later, at a local tool store, I found an awesome oil filter wrench that is cam driven with three long fingers that revolve around the cam to crush the filter. Insert a 3/8" ratchet into the tool to operate the cam, and the filter removes with ease.
This is what I've been using for years, and I've never had a problem gettin them off with it
I like it over the large pliers as it can fit in a cramped space and there is more throw with the ratchet. I almost bought a set of pliers but was concerned about room to work with them since I'm using that filter wrench on more than one vehicle.