Posted by Janicholson on August 19, 2007 at 13:45:42 from (71.87.39.51):
In Reply to: Farmall A Restoration posted by Packer Fan on August 19, 2007 at 12:39:24:
THe oil should be a straight 30wt cheap oil (it will be in there only a few hours) then when running and operational change to a 10-40 gasoline oil (same as a car) or 15-40 diesel oil. (and a new filter) The radiator should be filled with water at first, just to avoid the issue of wasting antifreeze if it leaks. THen 50/50 mix of regular (or animal friendly) antifreeze. The cap is not pressurized, so it needs no seal. it is a thermosiphon system and has no water pump. They work just fine, do not worry. Fill to about 1/5" from the cap seat. It may come out some, but that is OK. Get a manual (this site sells them) binder books, and the dealer. Ebay also often has them. JimN
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