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Feb 24, 2008 | 12:34 PM

JP_McCann

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What is the easiest way to remove the oil filter? it is a 97 regular cab off road with a 4.6 and 4X4. I go it out and the new one in, but it was very hard and included a lot of pushing, pulling, and twisting. There has to be a better way to remove it.

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Feb 24, 2008 | 01:23 PM

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do you have the relocation setup on the driver's side of the front bumper? If not, it still shouldn't be that hard. Get you one of those band-type oil filter wrench and it will work fine.

Feb 24, 2008 | 01:26 PM

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my problem isn't getting the oil filter off, but actually removing it from the engine area. what is this relocation thing you speak of?

Feb 24, 2008 | 01:33 PM

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i'm not sure if they were an option or what, but my 5.4L '98 has a filter relocater that mounts on the driverside frame right behind the bumper. Makes it extremely easy to get to. I know you can get them at parts stores for 40-60 bucks, but alot of our trucks had them factory.

Feb 24, 2008 | 02:12 PM

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My '97 is the same way. What a pain! I'm due for an oil change and was wondering if anyone has a link to a relocater? This would be a good time to install one.

Feb 24, 2008 | 02:23 PM

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here's one thats affordable and from a good company, Perma-Cool:
http://www.performancecenter.com/product.page/Engine/Oil+Filter+Relocation+Kits+%26+Accessories/0/0/0/PCF10618/FORD/1998/F-150/Specific+Fit+Oil+Filter+Mount+Kits/4.6L

Feb 24, 2008 | 02:39 PM

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quick question, i know this is bout oil filters, but can anyone here tell me how much oil the 98 4.2 v6 holds, the distip is broke off, thanks

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Feb 24, 2008 | 02:41 PM

superdutymj

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i'd also get on replacing that dipstick, how'd it get broken off? does the cap still fit on?

Feb 24, 2008 | 02:45 PM

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well not sure how it broke, was like that when i bought it, and ya the cap fits on!! but thanks for the help, ya i was thinking bout 6 to 7 cause seems to have a bigger oil pan

Feb 24, 2008 | 07:36 PM

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don't know how i feel about the relocator, but thanks for the info i'll just keep on fighting it for now.

Feb 24, 2008 | 11:19 PM

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Would love to have my filter relocated on my 2000 5.4. Anyone know what years of F150's they came on? Might try to find one in a wrecking yard first. Jim