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Old 05-30-2013, 06:23 AM   #1
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I am planning on draining the oil on my car this weekend.
* Do I just remove the drain plug and empty the pan?
* Is there a screen or filter of some sort?
* What oil is recommended?
* How may quarts of oil are needed?

Sorry for the basic questions, I am still learning the vehicle.

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Old 05-30-2013, 07:02 AM   #2
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5 quarts non-detergent just remove the plug and drain it. lefty loosy righty tighty
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Old 05-30-2013, 07:03 AM   #3
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Yes, install 4 1/2 quarts of YOUR choice oil. Many different views on what type/brand to use. I use 30W. Do a search at top of page. Also suggest you get a copy of Les Andrew's book Vol 1, available from any of the vendor's and possibly amazon. Lots of good info. Al;so get some free catalogs from the vendors, there's a wealth of info in them also.
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Old 05-30-2013, 07:19 AM   #4
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A new engine takes 5 quarts but a half quart is retained in various places in the motor so it will take 4 1/2 on a refill. Also the change frequency is 500 miles because there is no filter and a few other reasons. It is just as important to lube the cars lube points properly and on a set schedule. Here is that info...

I got the lube chart from an owners manual that can be found here.
http://www.motormayhem.net/mode-a-fo...owners-manual/
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Old 05-30-2013, 08:33 AM   #5
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personally i would not use non-detergent oil . it causes sludge . new oils are just fine . i run 20/50 valvoline VR1
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Mike,

Good questions... especially if you have never changed the oil in your car. I received the following advice when I did my first oil change about 1.5 years ago.

If this is the first oil change on a "new to you" car, be certain to look at how opaque or transparent the oil is that drains. If it looks like chocolate syrup or is really gritty, it may be time to consider "dropping the pan" and cleaning out the valve chamber. If the oil looks like light or dark maple syrup, you are in good shape -- change it regularly and enjoy. If it looks milky, that is a different can of worms completely as you have water or coolant getting in there. If it has pieces of metal in it, call a mechanic!
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Old 05-30-2013, 09:21 AM   #7
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Should also note that when you loosen and take out the plug in the pan make sure you grab the small ring/washer that comes with it and don't allow it to fall into the oil catch bucket...done that and isn't fun. Also when tightening the plug don't over do it and strip the threads. If it's an older engine I run Shell Rotella 15W-40.
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Old 05-30-2013, 09:26 AM   #8
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If you can, find out what the previous owner was using for oil, that will tell you a lot.
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Old 05-30-2013, 09:48 AM   #9
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As you can tell equals liters? "install 4 1/2 quarts"
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Old 05-30-2013, 11:01 AM   #10
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I like the Delo 400 as it is a 15-40 weight and has some zinc in it as it was formulated for diesels.. Just remember, *any* oil is better than none at all

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5 quarts non-detergent just remove the plug and drain it. lefty loosy righty tighty
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Old 05-30-2013, 11:49 AM   #12
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Just drain the oil and replace it with enough to bring the level to half way between the F and the L. You may find it will only take 4 quarts to get to that point. Use any Diesel grade HD oil or if you don't want to use Diesel oil any kind of High Detergent is good. Non detergent oil is for lawnmowers and I don't even use it in mine.
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Warm the engine up first , it will flow out better .
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I only put in four quarts when I change the oil. Ford recommended 40 weight for summer and 20 weight for winter. 20w40 should be good with todays multi viscosity oils. I've never been able to find a 20w40 oil. I use Walmart 20W50. I figure that the 50 weight will be good for the old engines for summer and the 20 will be good for winter so 20w50 works good for me. One of the members pointed out that the 20w50 Walmart oil is actually Mobil, this confirms that there is really no need to pay more for an advertised brand.
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I am planning on draining the oil on my car this weekend.
* Do I just remove the drain plug and empty the pan?
* Is there a screen or filter of some sort?
* What oil is recommended?
* How may quarts of oil are needed?

Sorry for the basic questions, I am still learning the vehicle.

Thanks
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Old 05-30-2013, 04:04 PM   #16
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YOUR favorite brand is recommended.
Sorry I guess I should have been a little more specific as to what weight oil should be used. i didn't mean to create a debate between any members.
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Old 05-30-2013, 04:06 PM   #17
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Should also note that when you loosen and take out the plug in the pan make sure you grab the small ring/washer that comes with it and don't allow it to fall into the oil catch bucket...done that and isn't fun. Also when tightening the plug don't over do it and strip the threads. If it's an older engine I run Shell Rotella 15W-40.

yea, I have had that happen to me a few times over the years.

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Old 05-30-2013, 04:09 PM   #18
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If you can, find out what the previous owner was using for oil, that will tell you a lot.
My father has owned the vehicle for maybe 15 years and hardly drove it. I would have been the one who changed the oil many years ago. The car has been sitting under a car cover for atleast 7-8 years now.

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Old 05-30-2013, 04:51 PM   #19
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Msaby,

I would urge you to get the Model A owners manual and other Model A books and THEN ask for help on the Barn.

In that manner, you can compare the answers....

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Old 05-30-2013, 04:52 PM   #20
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I have used 50w, 30w, 10w30, 10w40--- the point is, nothing's blown up yet! If you don't know what was used in it before, I would go with a 30 or 40w valvoline. Valvoline is the best oil on the market. Stay away from Penzoil. There's no need to change your oil every 500 miles with todays quality of oil. Any engine building will tell you about 1,000 miles without a filter, or 2,000 with a filter.
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