Thread: My 1930 Model A
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Old 03-30-2016, 05:48 AM   #3
Dollar Bill
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Default Re: My 1930 Model A

Welcome to the family of Model A owners - What a great find!

If you don't have a copy already, it would be a good first reference book to purchase - Model A Ford Mechanics Handbood by Les Andrews

My first step would be to drop and clean the oil pan. There is a windage tray that does not drain during a regular oil change. There's no telling what has collected there since the last oil service.

While you're dropping the pan, remove the spark plugs and put a couple of tablespoons of ATF or Marvel Mystery Oil to help loosen stuck rings/pistons.

Remove the valve cover and clean out any debris that may be collected in there.

You may find everything clean as a whistle but knowing is always better than not knowing.
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