Jonnyuma
Well-Known Member
In August I'll be taking my 79 Lebaron on its first road trip. Only about 300 mi, but still far enough that I need to get some prepping done since we don't know each other all that well yet.
Fluid changes are imminent, I'm figuring temps at 90° or better so what engine and gear oil would you recommend for the 318 and 7.25" rear? That's really my MAIN question to you guys. I've always been too chicken-sh*t to take one of my old vehicles on that kind of trip... alone. Use a heavier oil? Or stick w good old 40wt?
I reckon a trans filter and fluid change are in order too, as well as packing the wheel bearings.
I read through @SlantSixSullivan's thread about his 1200 mi trip and getting his car prepped... some good advice there.
Fluid changes are imminent, I'm figuring temps at 90° or better so what engine and gear oil would you recommend for the 318 and 7.25" rear? That's really my MAIN question to you guys. I've always been too chicken-sh*t to take one of my old vehicles on that kind of trip... alone. Use a heavier oil? Or stick w good old 40wt?
I reckon a trans filter and fluid change are in order too, as well as packing the wheel bearings.
I read through @SlantSixSullivan's thread about his 1200 mi trip and getting his car prepped... some good advice there.