For the lube points on the starter and generator don't they call for a few
drops of motor oil every thousand miles or so?
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From: Dave Stragand <dave.stragand@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tuesday, June 22, 1999 9:13 AM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Fluidity
>David Collins wrote:
>
>> Hi 'Lookers, I'm hoping you folks can tell me what kind/type of trans
>> and power steering fluids would be compatable with a '59 DeSoto
>> 383. Also, what weight of grease should I use in the rear end? And
>> finally...there are little grease cups on my distributor and generator.
>> What is supposed to go in those cups and how often?
>
>Car Collector had an article about trans fluid last year. It seems
>that Type A fluid is actually its own unique type, of which I have
>never seen for sale anywhere.
>
>Type F fluid will give a Type A trans harsher shifts, as it adds more
>friction (actually the "F" is for "friction" not "Ford"). Dexron/Mercon
>will give a Type A trans softer shifts, as it reduces friction. The
>article claims that neither one will hurt a Type A trans.
>
>So, if you want smoother shifts, use Dexron/Mercon. If you want more
>of a performance feel, use Type F. Neither is "correct", but neither
>will hurt the trans.
>
>I checked with several rebuilders, including Aamco, and none
>have seen Type A for sale in the last 25 years. The general
>consensus is that any Dexron/Mercon fluid, with a thingy of
>anti-foaming agent (available at any GM parts counter), is the best
>substitute for Type A. I understand however that some farm &
>tractor stores, like Farm & Fleet, carry Type A for tractor use.
>I'm betting it's the same.
>
>As far as PS fluid, I use Dexron III and it seems to work just fine.
>
>The rear end, I can't help you on. There should be something in
>both the service and the owner's manual. Generally, it seems that
>90 weight gear oil is appropriate, unless it's a Sure Grip, which
>has a special additive of some sort.
>
>In the grease cups, I've used 90 weight to pretty good success. I
>think a slightly thicker oil would be better, but the 90 weight is
>fairly good nonetheless. I put it in whenever they start to squeak.
>
>Of course, if I'm wrong about any of these things, someone speak up
>please and set me straight! =)
>
>-Dave
>
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