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1939 six oil viscosity #26781 08/20/04 11:49 AM
Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 118 idaho springs, colorado Garbo OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Garbo Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 118 idaho springs, colorado	Hello, what oil viscosity and/or other oil characteristics should I use in my stock '39? What would be a good brand? I have been using a 10w 40 Valvoline year round. Thanks for your input. Garbo garbo

Re: 1939 six oil viscosity #26782 08/20/04 04:44 PM
Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 176 Brighton, MI Walt D Shade Tree Mechanic
Walt D Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 176 Brighton, MI	Your choice of oil is fine. If it ain't broke don't fix it! If the oil pan has never been down, it would be a good idea to pull it and clean it out. For the amount of time spent in removal and replacement it is well worth the effort. Walt D 1934 Mstr 4 dr/sidemnts 1937 1/2 ton P/U 1953 Bel Air HT 1946 Aeronca 7-AC Champ

Re: 1939 six oil viscosity #26783 08/20/04 05:39 PM
Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 118 idaho springs, colorado Garbo OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Garbo Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 118 idaho springs, colorado	Thanks Walt, I appreciate your reply. Best wishes garbo

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