I got a plastic one from a local auto parts store and it works fine. Later I got a nice metal one for the same $. You need a 74mm 14 Flute Oil Filter Wrench.
Aside from the Fram shelf being refered to as "the Orange Wall of Death" on most automotive forums, sure go ahead.
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