Ben's Model-T Pie Wagon [1911-1925]

[TXGOAT2]

If you carry loads, a Ruxtel would be a good accessory. Improving the brakes will have benefits, but you will still have very limited braking due to lack of any front brakes. The disc brake conversion would pair well with a Ruxtel axle.

[fireheadman]

Well I see this forum does use pages.... was wondering when it would roll to page 2.

I would not put STP or any similar product in a Model T engine. Model T engines and transmissions require "light cylinder oil", according to period Ford specs, which is about what today's 20W is . 10W30 detergent oil does a great job in a Model T under most conditions. If you drive in colder weather, 5W30 or 5W20 does a good job. Thicker oil causes a number of problems with Model T engines and transmissions, and it is not needed and specifically not recommended by Ford Motor Co. 10W30 exceed all Ford's specifications for motor oil for use in the Model T.

I will look into this some more...
as of right now, I am using straight 30w non-detergent oil (PureGuard).

If you carry loads, a Ruxtel would be a good accessory. Improving the brakes will have benefits, but you will still have very limited braking due to lack of any front brakes. The disc brake conversion would pair well with a Ruxtel axle.

A ruckstell is on the list! Maybe towards the end of the list, I need to get all the major safety items crossed off.

[TXGOAT2]

You'll get better results with a good 10W30 detergent oil. Regular 10W30 oil, synthetic blend, or full synthetic all work fine. In cold weather, 5W30 or 5W20 are best. Both the engine and the transmission need a light bodied oil that does not thicken up in colder weather. Multigrade oil will outperform any straight grade oil in a Model T under all driving conditions, and detergent oil offers the same benefits in a Model T as it does in a new car. No downside to it.