OK, now that I've cleared up the domestic status of my 1950 Land Cruiser, I got QUESTIONS!!!
1) I found a post by the former owner who was asking how to un-freeze a frozen motor. How to I tell if the motor is frozen?
2) A couple guys mentioned to turn the engine over manually to get things flowing or to circulate oil or preservatives through the engine. How do you do that?
3) I think I should put [u]some</u> antifreeze in it just to make sure it doesn't freeze through over the winter. What kind and is there one brand that is better than another?
4) I pulled the oil check dip stick and it looks like there is some in there but it would need more if I were to try starting/running it (supposing I can get through 1, 2, and 3 above). I've read alot of talk about ZDDP and it is my understanding that it is recommended to get an oil with it in or get an oil addative. Where, what, and any brand preferences out there?
5) I threw a topic out there about car covers. Although I'm sleeping in my own bed again (and not on the couch), I want to keep my expenses down for a little while. Someone mentioned just throwing an old sheet or two over it and deal with a real cover later. Can I get away with that?
I have another one but I think its better for a separate topic, SO, thank you in advance for your opinions and input. As a new restorer/mechanic I appreciate any and all feedback!
Just started working on a Bullet-Nose!
1) I found a post by the former owner who was asking how to un-freeze a frozen motor. How to I tell if the motor is frozen?
2) A couple guys mentioned to turn the engine over manually to get things flowing or to circulate oil or preservatives through the engine. How do you do that?
3) I think I should put [u]some</u> antifreeze in it just to make sure it doesn't freeze through over the winter. What kind and is there one brand that is better than another?
4) I pulled the oil check dip stick and it looks like there is some in there but it would need more if I were to try starting/running it (supposing I can get through 1, 2, and 3 above). I've read alot of talk about ZDDP and it is my understanding that it is recommended to get an oil with it in or get an oil addative. Where, what, and any brand preferences out there?
5) I threw a topic out there about car covers. Although I'm sleeping in my own bed again (and not on the couch), I want to keep my expenses down for a little while. Someone mentioned just throwing an old sheet or two over it and deal with a real cover later. Can I get away with that?
I have another one but I think its better for a separate topic, SO, thank you in advance for your opinions and input. As a new restorer/mechanic I appreciate any and all feedback!
Just started working on a Bullet-Nose!
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