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Old 07-19-2020, 04:15 PM   #10
1crosscut
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Default Re: Winterizing a Model A

Hi Bill,

Some use straight water in their cars and some use a 50/50 mix of coolant and water. I'm pretty sure that the majority that own A's use the antifreeze mix. I do. Not only does it guarantee you won't freeze damage your engine it also protects your water passages from rusting.

If mice are a concern consider putting it up on 4 jack stands that are placed into 5 gallon buckets with the handles removed so they can't climb up the handles. Metal buckets, wash tubs or something similar would be best as a plastic bucket bottom would likely crack under the weight of the jack stand legs. Take all four wheels off so the little buggers won't be able to jump up and use them as a way into the car.

For long term storage fill the tank completely or drain it dry. Much easier to fill it to the top as there is always a quart or so of fuel left in the tank after draining it.

Run the carburetor dry.

When taking it out of winter storage bring the engine up to full temperature by driving it or by running it with some cardboard partially blocking the radiator to get it up to 180-190 degrees for a good while and then change the oil. If using cardboard put a dial meat thermometer in the water neck and watch the temperature carefully. This will help get any moisture out of the engine block from long term storage.
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