Thanks everyone for the help.  I really appreciate all the advice.

I know that everybody has their own beliefs about oil I also know that I use 10/30 with a zinc additive with every change. I get it at the local powerhouse.

Triple Sevens CC
Central California

Duke, When I changed my 292 Yblock over to the spin-on oil filter, I used an adapter off another engine I had. Like you, I did not have a new gasket, so I went to the parts house and bought a new canister filter which comes with a new gasket that fits perfectly under the adapter base. I discarded the new canister filter because I didn't then need it. Just to be sure the adapter base didn't leak, and I wouldn't be removing it any time soon, I used gasket sealer on both sides of the gasket before installing the adapter. Been several years now with no leaks and a much easier and less messy oil change.

Duke; you're not breaking in the engine, so the 10 or 15-40 oil will have suitable zinc alloy in it. Our site Moderator, Ted, does not recommend on going use of extra zinc, apparently due to the possibility of it causing pitting. Oils to be avoided are those designed for late model roller valve train engines. They are those that have the Pin Wheel Gear on the label, as they are low Zinc alloy & are designed to meet long term warranty standards for Catalytic Convertors... Oils like Rottella T are very high in detergent, primarily for Diesel use. I've used it briefly, to help clean a somewhat dirty engine, but there are some that question it's regular use in flat tappet engines, so the Jury may still be out on that subject..    


Paul

I agree Jim. But i cant find just a gasket to go with the used Ford conversation kit.

I've read dozens of posts about after market adapters leaking. I've never had a Ford adapter leak..

This the first engine I have used the Gibbs conventional HR2 oil, little over 6000 miles and no problems.

I want to get the spin on kit kit made by Ford. The used one doesn't offer the gasket so I'm searching for one. May still stick with original, thanks for all the help guys.

That looks like it but I went back to the canister on my 56 Bird after failures (yes more than one) with the spin on adapters. 


54 Victoria 312;  48 Ford Conv 302, 56 Bird 312
Forever Ford
Midland Park, NJ

Fwiw it's a little more pricy but I go with the Joe Gibbs racing oil.
But an extra $50 a year is pretty cheap.
No additives needed

Mike Rizzo

1963 F100 "Rudy"

Daniel Island, SC