When I change my oil I drain the oil pan first and then take off the skidplate and put the bucket directly under the filter and unscrew it...works great. I used to have a huge mess when it would drip down onto the skidplate and leak everywhere. But maybe try that next time its only four bolts and it saves a ton of cleanup. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />