Heat resistant gloves for changing oil

[mjoekingz28]

Originally Posted By: WylieCoyote
I loosen the plug with the socket wrench, then add a long extension to back it out. Keeps the hot spray off my hands. Let it drain while the filter cools enough to grab.






You sparked an idea. I like to drain cold since I feel removing fasteners while hot increases the likelihood of the stripping the threads. After reading your comment, I say why not budge the fastener loose then fastidle the engine until the thermostat opens. I may try this next time.

 

[firemachine69]

Yikes. I usually warm it up in our colder months before I can change it, so it'll actually drain out!

 

[Merkava_4]

Originally Posted By: Kuato
Thanks; but if you're not in a hurry you could let it drain overnight and get the same effect, without taking a chance on burning yourself.


I'm actually surprised as heck. I thought you guys would be telling me about some special Kevlar/ Nomex blend gloves that NASA uses.

 

[RooflessVW]

Originally Posted By: Merkava_4
Originally Posted By: Kuato
Thanks; but if you're not in a hurry you could let it drain overnight and get the same effect, without taking a chance on burning yourself.


I'm actually surprised as heck. I thought you guys would be telling me about some special Kevlar/ Nomex blend gloves that NASA uses.


I have those, with scar sleeves, for working on turbines... But Kevlar/Nomex seems overkill for changing your oil, and even I rarely use them! Maybe once in the last year?

Mechanix with latex over top keep your hands from getting too warm and provide good tactile feedback.

Sleeves

No idea who makes my gloves... They were work provided.