352 plugs and gap

over my head · #1 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 01:30 AM

Hello, I am very new to this. I have a 71' F250 Camper Special with an unknown year 352 FE. It is not the 360 that came with the truck. Does anyone know a good plug to put in there and what the gap should be?

Does anyone also know if I should be adding a lead additive to the gas?

I appreciate any help, thank you very much.

over my head · #2 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 03:17 AM

Sorry, one more question. Does anyone know how much oil to put in (how many quarts) and what a good weight is?

Thank you again.

jowilker · #3 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 06:14 AM

Autolite 45 if memory serves, gapped 35 with non electronic ign, 45 with electronic ign.

Use base line pump gas, no need for any upgrades or additives for daily driver.

I put 5 qts. of 10W30 any brand, with filter in mine, some say 6, but that is all I have ever used for 40 years. More important to change the oil every 3000-5000 miles than to use boutique oils in these ol motors.

Spend as much of your jingle as you want on bells and whistles, but IMHO regular changes beats $7.00 a qt everyday.

John

over my head · #4 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 10:08 PM

John, thank you very much. You have been a huge help every time I have posted a question and I appreciate it.