| Author | Message | ||
| Hans E. Hansen (4re_gt4)
Member Username: 4re_gt4 Post Number: 832 Registered: 4-2002 |
Seems to be LOTS of controversy on the oil capacity issue, and on dipstick proceedures. FWIW: '75 GT4 - 9 quarts (with filter change, of course) puts the oil level at 'full' after a thorought warmup, shutdown, and immediate check - all as per owner's manual. Seems other years/manuals vary on this. I've seen later model manuals that say to wait 15 minutes after shutdown. | ||
| Dan B. (Dan_the_man)
Junior Member Username: Dan_the_man Post Number: 85 Registered: 9-2002 |
My 79 manual says around 9 1/2 qts. It also says to run the car until it is worm, then shut it off and check the fluid real quick so that the oil cooler does not drain down. this is hard to do, so I changed the oil, put the correct 9 1/2 qts in (about that, I would have to look to tell you "exactly" how much over 9 qts it is) ran the car so as to fill the filter. turned it off, let it set a few minutes, checked the oil and center punched the dip stick where the mark was. thus I know what I am checking when I check it. Dan | ||
| Steve Magnusson (91tr)
Intermediate Member Username: 91tr Post Number: 1357 Registered: 1-2001 |
I haven't noted a huge problem installing/removing/reinstalling the various 12mm hex-drive plugs (with a fresh Cu washer) by hand using a short pipe, the 12mm L allen key, and some reasonable feel (is there an "official" F torque spec for these 22mm threaded plugs?). The socket-style hex key can be too bulky for some places (e.g., the TR gearbox fill plug) so a shortened "L" 12mm allen key is probably the most versatile form to have if you've only got 1 tool (but nothing wrong with using a socket 12mm hex on a 308). | ||
| Carl Rose (Carl_rose)
Junior Member Username: Carl_rose Post Number: 77 Registered: 10-2002 |
Guys, I may be a bit ignorant on this but - reason I suggested a socket bit was to fit on the end of a torque wrench...so as to be able to torque drain plug correctly. Is there a manner of doing this properly with a standard hex key wrench? Thanks! (before I buy more expensive Snap-on tools!)  Carl | ||
| Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Intermediate Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 1591 Registered: 8-2002 |
Steve, That's it! Have fun | ||
| Steven R. Rochlin (Enjoythemusic)
Junior Member Username: Enjoythemusic Post Number: 75 Registered: 4-2002 |
Matt, Just bought for my 1985 308Qv the Sears 12MM Short Hex Key ("L" shaped). Cost is $7.99. is this the right piece needed? Many thanks. Enjoy The Drive, Steven R. Rochlin | ||
| Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Intermediate Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 1552 Registered: 8-2002 |
Sears for a 12 mm allen key $12 bucks. | ||
| Carl Rose (Carl_rose)
Junior Member Username: Carl_rose Post Number: 76 Registered: 10-2002 |
Hi again Mr. Sedlak, 3/8" drive 10mm hex bit sockets are readily available. 12mm are bit more of a challenge, may be purchased from Grainger (about $12), McMaster-Carr ($9), or Snap-On ($21). The Snap-On and some of the McMaster versions have replaceable bits. Good luck, Carl | ||
| Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Intermediate Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 1548 Registered: 8-2002 |
My info is for engine oil | ||
| Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Intermediate Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 1547 Registered: 8-2002 |
8 quarts and 12MM allen Key | ||
| Steve Magnusson (91tr)
Intermediate Member Username: 91tr Post Number: 1351 Registered: 1-2001 |
Which drain plug? -- engine, gearbox, or transfer gear case? I think the engine oil is 12mm and others are 10mm, but I may have that confused -- but having both a 10mm and a 12mm are standard issue for DIY F fluid work IMO. They usually state the "dry" capacities so keep that in mind. | ||
| Peter Sedlak (Peters)
New member Username: Peters Post Number: 2 Registered: 1-2003 |
I have yet to receive my owners manual. I need to confirm the oil capacity and the size of the (metric?) allen wrench to remove the drain plug. Thank you, Peter |