How much is too much Oil

[leadpot]

Still being a relative newbie have a question about the oil level. Just changed oil on my stock 29. The level is just above (1/8") the "F" mark on the dipstick, is this ok or should I drain a little. Don't want to do any damage.

Thanks, Leadpot

[C26Pinelake]

When I bought my first A it was from a Model A mechanic that was in the business all his life. One of his cautions was do not overfill the oil as it is just about as bad as not enough. He said as soon as you go beyond the full you are asking for trouble !
For what it is worth !
Wayne

[1928Pickuppain]

i Wouldent worrie about it. I never do and i dont have a problem it will drip out in no time hahaha

[Tacoma Bob]

My understanding too. At the advice of many in our club, when I do an oil change I replace with 4.5 quarts.

[Louis]

Originally Posted by leadpot

Still being a relative newbie have a question about the oil level. Just changed oil on my stock 29. The level is just above (1/8") the "F" mark on the dipstick, is this ok or should I drain a little. Don't want to do any damage.

Thanks, Leadpot

Mine does leak if I service it to full on the dip stick, when I change my oil I leave it at 1/2 qt. low and it only leak's a few drop's after a 30 mile ride.

Don't know if my dip stick is org. or not, when I change the oil I only put in 4 qt's, then after eng. warm up bring it up to 1/2 qt. low mark.

Leadpipe, If it were me I would drain out about a 1/2 qt. or you can just wipe down the oil pan after each drive untill the oil level drops to aprox. 1/2 qt. low. JMO.

I also do not over fill the trans. and rear end, if I can touch the oil with my index finger, I leave it alone.

[Bob/Kansas City]

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The part that drips out on the floor through hole in the flywheel housing is the too much part!
Fill it so it is about a half quart low on the dip stick and that should save you from cleaning up after it when it marks it's territory.

[Clem Clement]

I have several dip sticks, all with different line locations for full. I don't know of anyting that will get damaged with a higher oil level.

[30ccpickup]

Originally Posted by leadpot

Still being a relative newbie have a question about the oil level. Just changed oil on my stock 29. The level is just above (1/8") the "F" mark on the dipstick, is this ok or should I drain a little. Don't want to do any damage.

Thanks, Leadpot

Drain a little, it is a good excuse to spend some time with it. Plus there will be no worry.

Paul

[raprice]

I wouldn't worry too much if the oil level is only 1/8 inch above the full mark.
Don't lose any sleep over it.
Rog

[leadpot]

Thanks for the advice - went ahead & drained it to just below the "F" mark. Was no big deal to drain some down - was too tired (being lazy) before & thought it will be ok but changed my mind later.

Thanks again, Leadpot

[glenn in camino]

I put 5 quarts in cause I have a filter. It's slightly above the fill mark.