does anyone know why on honda motors they put the oil filters on sidewards...so whenever you change the filter you get a sheet load of oil that comes spilling on your arm?? instead of a straight up design so it doesnt spill!

http://www.findingnew.com/wp-content...011/04/111.jpg

 

hah probably because when they built the motor they have to install an oil filter before they fill it with oil

 

lol.so you burn your hands off and take it to dealer next time...

 

It still spills when it's straight up and down, just not as much. And, it spills out from the entire circumference....the 2007+ CR-V's are straight up and down and I could never change one without it spilling a little on me arm.

The easiest oil changes are the 2006+ Civics because they're on a slight angle and the oil only spills out predictably in a small stream from one area of the flange.

With the carcinogenic potential of lubricants, I would try to minimize repeat exposures. Wear gloves as PPE.

 

Because an immaculate design is almost impossible to achieve. There will always be
compromises.

That said, I think D, B, F and H series engines are engineering marvels. For the most
part, these motors are a dream to work on compared to a lot of other makes.

Also, it's possible to avoid getting oil on yourself when removing the filter.

 

Because Racecar!

 

To **** people off?

 

Never had an issue with oil dripping on me.

 

Cuz when vtec kicks in all the oil is in the back

 

If your worried about run an oil cooler and a filter relocation mount

 

Do it slowly, and tilt it up when its off the threads. That works for me.

 

just put a damn rag under it...