What would you recommend for a Model A Ford with
apparently weak compression, driven only in warm weather?
thanks in advance
John
apparently weak compression, driven only in warm weather?
thanks in advance
John
Best Oil-Model A Ford
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Well now, there's a question we don't see here very often! I am absolutely NOT any form of expert about this car or its engine, but I do recall reading an article maybe 6-8 years ago where an owner used Mobil-1 15w-50 in one.
What condition is the engine in (besides the compression issue)? What oils have been used to date, or at least recently? Just a thought, but if the thing has been fed old fashioned non-detergent oils for some time, it would probably be smart to stay with one of those, and change very often.
What condition is the engine in (besides the compression issue)? What oils have been used to date, or at least recently? Just a thought, but if the thing has been fed old fashioned non-detergent oils for some time, it would probably be smart to stay with one of those, and change very often.
Pennzoil conventional 10w30
Hi,
Snowflaque - A trip back in time. I have built many a Model A and B engine along with the odd Chrysler 4 and Essex 4 and etc.
I suggest that you use a good SAE30 or SAE40 lubricant of which I am sure there are some around especially as HDEOs
Many early engines depend on oil scoops, and splash lubrication and may have very little oil pressure as normal - some Chevs IIRC had around 15psi!
My Mother learn't to drive in a Model T and was an expert on smooth gearshifts!
Best wishes - keep the oldies alive!!!
Snowflaque - A trip back in time. I have built many a Model A and B engine along with the odd Chrysler 4 and Essex 4 and etc.
I suggest that you use a good SAE30 or SAE40 lubricant of which I am sure there are some around especially as HDEOs
Many early engines depend on oil scoops, and splash lubrication and may have very little oil pressure as normal - some Chevs IIRC had around 15psi!
My Mother learn't to drive in a Model T and was an expert on smooth gearshifts!
Best wishes - keep the oldies alive!!!
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