[Ken S]

Ken S on March 8, 2016 at 3:18 am #18146

Yes, my oil filter is right next to the firewall. There is just enough room to get the wrench on the filter to remove / tighten and there are no hoses in the way. It’s a little tight to get the filter out when removing (without spilling oil), but very doable (in my opinion).

[Kent W. Kalb]

Kent W. Kalb on March 6, 2016 at 4:32 pm #18144

You’ve ” read my mind”! Thanks. Looking forward to that issue

[Kent W. Kalb]

Kent W. Kalb on March 6, 2016 at 7:02 am #18143

My engine compartment is hose heavy! Is your oil filter near the engine fire wall?
Thanks

[Kent W. Kalb]

Kent W. Kalb on March 6, 2016 at 7:01 am #18142

Thanks !

[Ken S]

Ken S on March 5, 2016 at 7:06 pm #18141

I’m able to change the oil in my 1983 Saratoga without removing any hoses.

[Jen D]

Jen D on March 5, 2016 at 12:10 pm #18140

Well, at least you’re guaranteed a quality reply! 🙂
We’ll be covering oil changes in an upcoming issue. I’ll ask the writer to talk about the Saratoga and other models that require extra work. Stay tuned!
Jen

[Kent W. Kalb]

Kent W. Kalb on March 4, 2016 at 10:13 am #18139

Replying to myself…Am just completing annual. Talked with my A&P last evening. On a Saratoga, the oil filter is located in a VERY difficult to access location. Hoses need to be removed to gain adequate space. SO….I won’t be attempting “home” oil changes!

[Kent W. Kalb]

Kent W. Kalb on February 29, 2016 at 4:26 pm #18131

Just inquiring if anyone changes their own oil? I fly a 2001 SARATOGA II TC. I am executing 25 hour changes to protect the turbo. Any suggestions? Tips? Just purchased a Khlusman oil filter cutter.
Thanks