The one I have is shorter: that's just one I saw while at HFT.

 

What is really needed is a ratcheting 32mm box wrench.

 

I actually have one of those. As I recall, it was kind of pricey. Don't recall exactly what it cost because it was purchased by someone I did some work for. Somewhere around 60-70 bucks, I think. Also the handle is long enough to make it akward for removing HHR oil filter covers. If you could find a 'stubby' one I guess it would work but it would probably be a bit costly to purchase just for oil changes. .

 

Gotta go with the Listle one as suggested above by ecpff. I bought one a couple of years ago and it's low profile enough to work perfectly on both my 2.0L HHR SS and my son's 2.2L Cobalt LT. Obvious (or not so obvious) is to put the socket on the filter cover first, then put the ratchet extension into the socket. I use a 12" extension because I have one.

 

I think the shorty socket & extension / rachet is easiest.

The wrench would have limited access to turn..

 

I just use a 10" adjustable wrench which opens enough for the 32mm oil filter cap.... enough room to loosen the cap then spin off by hand.

 

Cool, whatever works for ya..

 

This is a good wrench option

http://www.ebay.com/itm/32mm-Oil-Fil...-/350298308965

 

I got something like this 6 inch, wide jaw adjustable wrench from Home Depot here in Canada. The one that I got has a Husky brand name. It just opens wide enough to work and the 6 inch length allows you to turn it okay.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Stanley-6...N#.UfnKRY1OOSo