1948 ford flathead oil change

[AD1948Ford]

I have search the forums but cant seem to find the right answer to this very basic question (forgive me)......How do I remove the oil pan plug on my 1948 Ford Flathead V8? I just finished the ground up restoration and the engine was completely overhauled less than 4 years ago. The only reason I want to change the oil is to just make sure everything is fresh and working properly. Problem is, I cant remember how the plug comes out. Any help would be much appreciated.

 

[AlexLohmann1]

Carefully. Very carefully.

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[4dFord/SC]

Lefty loosey, righty tighty. It helps to have one of these: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-19...108340?hash=item5914af16f4:g:ei8AAOSwXy1by39~

 

[AD1948Ford]

So it does actually have threads and screws on? I thought it was just a plug?

 

[4dFord/SC]

So it does actually have threads and screws on? I thought it was just a plug?

Here's a picture of the plug showing the threads: https://www.macsautoparts.com/store/oil-pan-drain-plug-1-1-2-20-x-5-8-flathead-ford-v8.html

 

[AD1948Ford]

Thanks for clarifying 4dFord. I had been told by others it was a plug with no threads which didn’t seem logical but wasn’t sure. Just ordered the wrench off eBay as well

 

[drolston]

I don't even trust a bottle of wine with a plug any more. Buy the screw top stuff.
Sure as heck would not trust a plug to keep the oil in my umpteen thousand flathead overhaul. A little black Permatex on the threads will help keep the bottom of the engine dry.