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Old 10-28-2020, 10:24 AM   #9
Ernie Vitucci
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Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
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Default Re: What is a "reasonable" speed in a Model A for one to get "reasonable" engine life

Good Morning...I have been messing with Model A's since 1963, on and off. My experience is that a stock engine in a half way decent car, can be driven at 40 miles an hour for as long as necessary...but no faster...this assumes a 3.78 rear end. Also, keep in mind that the oil should be changed every 500 miles and all 31 or so zurk fittings need to be lubed at the same time...if the car has a 3.54 or 3.27 rear end then the speed can be a bit more. Ernie in Arizona
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