Hutch 14 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Hi People, I'm in the process of buying a Mk3 Golf VR6 Highline that's been off the road in a dry garage for a couple of years. Before I send it for an MOT to get a list of what's wrong I'm doing filters and fluids in the current owner's garage (a mate). I've drained the sump and the oil filter housing by removing the plug, but when it comes to removing the housing itself, I can't budge it! I've tried using and adjustable spanner and channel pliers on the 36mm 'bolt' and also a nylon filter strap-based removal thing on the larger area at the top of the housing. The housing doesn't seem to want to move at all, and when I use spanner or pliers on the 36mm bit, it seems like it's going to round off. So... I guess I need to go to Halfrauds and get a shallow 36mm socket but before I do, is there anything else I should try or be aware of? Thanks a lot!Ben Link to post Share on other sites
Ickyketseddie 89 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Hmmm not really, penetrating oil might help around the seal, but best bet is get the socket, as long as you haven't mangled it too much lol. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to post Share on other sites
Lukey. 381 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 I would try a 36mm socket and a long socket bar, pliers is just gonna mash the cap up. VR6Pete 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Hutch 14 Posted November 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Ok thanks both, I tried Halfords for one but no joy so will main-order one from somewhere. I was gentle with the pliers so the housing still has nice flats on it. Link to post Share on other sites
Ickyketseddie 89 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Don't forget to change the o ring seal on the filter housing when you change it. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk VR6Pete 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Hutch 14 Posted November 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Ah ok thanks, I think there's one in the box. I'm using a Mann filter from GSF, are they ok or a bit crap do you reckon? Link to post Share on other sites
Ickyketseddie 89 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 I always used them. Fine in my eyes, and yeah it should be in the box. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk VR6Pete 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Hutch 14 Posted November 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 Gents, the 36mm worked a treat. Amazing how effective using the correct tool is! New filter in, new o-ring on, car re-filled with oil. Thanks for the help. Ickyketseddie 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Ickyketseddie 89 Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 No probs glad it went smoothly in the end! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to post Share on other sites
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