Have tried every suggestion I can find on the net on how to remove the factory filter.. Still cant get it off. What are my options?
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Wanna replace my factor filter with a polarised one. I have tried every tip on the net with no results. Factor still will not come off.. What are my options now? HELP..

Is this a new one?

If all the internet options didn't work (i.e. Rubber band, tape, gloves, hot towels, lube, Flexiclamp wrenches, etc.), likely the threads are galled up or perhaps stripped.  I have returned a new one for the same thing as it would only loosen maybe 1/8 turn before seizing up.  Going back and forth didn't make it freer, so off it went.  If it's new, exchange it.  Good luck.

fansa84fe8a4 Posted at 2017-12-17 11:48
Is this a new one?

If all the internet options didn't work (i.e. Rubber band, tape, gloves, hot towels, lube, Flexiclamp wrenches, etc.), likely the threads are galled up or perhaps stripped.  I have returned a new one for the same thing as it would only loosen maybe 1/8 turn before seizing up.  Going back and forth didn't make it freer, so off it went.  If it's new, exchange it.  Good luck.

Thanks for the reply.. I have tried the Rubber Band, Gloves, tape and string.. I have not seen the Hot Towel, Lube and flexiclamp. I will look online and see if I find video of these. I hope something works because this sucks!

You could try soft jaw plumber's pliers, as in the link below;

https://www.toolstation.com/shop ... a06R-BoCfNcQAvD_BwE

Have you tried a strap wrench? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Baby-Bo ... olour/dp/B00096JDJY

Just remember to grip it quite lightly, they are delicate and a tight grip distorts it very slightly when gripping, making it harder to remove.

You can use a tissue or cotton pad, use your left hand to fix the camera, then use your right hand to turn the filter in the counterclockwise direction, then it will be removed. See if it helps.   

Try putting a rubber band around the lens and twisting, after you have one of your hands to hold the camera in place so you don't break the whole darn thing

DJI Thor Posted at 2017-12-24 21:17
You can use a tissue or cotton pad, use your left hand to fix the camera, then use your right hand to turn the filter in the counterclockwise direction, then it will be removed. See if it helps.

You can use Spill Kits to remove filter because the spill kits absorb the filter dust and liquid.
https://www.spill-control-products.co.uk/category/spill-kit  

The 3 Pro is similar ... if you grip it hard as another says - it locks up as it distorts.