James Williams

Thanks for the Information. I did drop the pan and clean the screen there was very little to no sludge or gum in the pan just dark oil. I was amazed at how clean everything looks, I took the timing chain cover off and it too look absolutely great the engine is nice and lose. I plan on taking the head off to look at the cylinders and see if any sticking of the valves has taken place before putting everything back and see what I’ve got.

Hi I’m new to the forum and I own a B-2-B 1950 dodge with a p-23 motor which has not been run since mid 1980's, I am doing all the needed things to try it out but have a question about oil. What oil should I use to get it started, 10-40 detergent or synthetic or non-detergent and should I add some additives to it like Marvel oil, or ZDDP Zinc & Phosphorus I’ll start with that I expect to be asking much more as I get this truck up and moving again. Thanks for any help.