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Desertdweller

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I tried two big name auto parts stores to get the correct oil filter wrench/tool to remove my 3.5L FL-500-S Motorcraft oil filter and both came up short. One of the tools they had in stock had 14 or 15 flutes that fit, but I wasn't convinced that it wouldn't slip. So after a quick internet search I did find a Lisle 61650 76mm end cap Filter Wrench. This tool has 30 flutes and fits the FL-500-S perfectly. I purchased it from K-MansParts.com who had it in stock and I received it in AZ in about 4 days. I didn't like having to pay for the shipping, but I already wasted enough gas driving around trying to find one. The other thing that is nice about it is that the 3/8" sq ratchet insert is plenty deep to get an extension or any 3/8" sq tool without bottoming out against the filter.

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My Coyote powered mustang also takes the 500-S filter. I have found that in the last year, some of the Ford filters have changed. Last week I got a 500-S filter that had the 15 flute design. This is the first time I have seen this on this filter.

My current Escape takes the 910-S and until an oil change in March also have the 30 flute design. The last 2 oil changes also took the lower flute number. I usually get my filters from either my dealer or Wal-Mart and they are legit Motorcraft filters.

They may be changing suppliers - so take note that there may be 2 designs floating around for some time.
 

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The "universal" one I had didn't work for me with the limited access on the Powerboost. I ordered this set from Harbor Freight and the 76mm/14 Flute fits the FL-500S filter.
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