Can we talk about how a simple oil change turned into a 4-hour ordeal because I forgot to put the new filter on first?

I spent all that time draining the old oil and wrestling with the drain plug, only to realize I had to put everything back and start over because the new filter wouldn't thread on with the pan empty, so has anyone else had a basic car task spiral like that?

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rowan5931mo ago

Oh man, that's the worst! I used to think doing my own oil changes was a total no-brainer, just follow the steps. But one time I put the new oil in without replacing the drain plug first. Had a huge, slick mess all over the driveway in about two seconds. That moment really changed my mind about how easy it was. Now I lay everything out in order before I even lift the car. It feels like those simple jobs punish you the hardest for rushing.

gray_patel1d agoTop Commenter

Wait, you just poured the new oil in with the drain plug still sitting on the ground? That's one of those mistakes that haunts you every time you walk past the stained spot on the concrete. I bet your heart just sank the second you heard that oil hit the driveway.

victorw951mo ago

My record is three hours for a headlight bulb because I fought the wrong clip. Did you at least have a good podcast on?