David Thayer wrote:

> I have tried 4 wrenches and cant seem to get my oil filter off.  I have > a 90 Westy with a 2.1 and a Mahle? Filter.  It is now very bent and > wont budge.

I had the same trouble with my 88GL when I purchased it in 89.  I tried
to get it off - got bent.  Next I hammered a long screw driver through
it and tried to twist it off. Nope - only 1/2 tore off.  Dah - now I
can't drive it. I used vice grips to remove the remaining metal shell
and filter parts. Finally I had to chisle it off - and it really took a
lot of pounding to get the bottom plate off! The dealer said that it was
probably put on in the factory with an air tool.

Gary
88GL, 80 Westy