Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Something screwy (no pun intended!) going on here. Any chance of a photo so that we can see if you're trying to get the correct part off? :??: :cry:

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Try a pair of quality needle nose vise grips and see if you can get ahold of the head of the stripped phillips screws and turn them that way. If not, I would suggest the shop.

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Or... you can take a Dremel and try to re-cut the x-slot. Or..... just cut a big slot for a standard screwdriver.

Or.... cut the head off with a Dremel and use a needle nose vise grip to remove the remaining stud.

Or... use a small chisel and try to rotate the head enough to break it loose. Be gentle.

Remember "Tighty Righty, Lefty Loosey"

Good Luck

:)

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Good tips Sarris. Just hope he has the ability to get it done.

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

An impact driver might be a good tool to try. But I am still wondering why only 2 screws and not 3.

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Not sure wether there's enough clearance under the bike to use an impact driver and swing a hammer?

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

Would you be able to lay the bike down on it's side with some form of cushion or old blankets to protect it from damage ??

Re: Oil Change and Filter problem.
 

I haven't looked at the parts fiche for this area but you should check first before you lay it down (even though that sounds like a good idea to get access to the bottom of the bike) that the nut doesn't have room to drop down to the other side and get lost somewhere else. Seems to me it would be easier to get it out from the side. Have you tried those mechanical graspers with the prongs if you can fit one down the oil filler hole? If you were close by, I could use a fiberoptic scope to take a look in there and fish the nut out.