How much oil does an 83' take?
 

I am planning on changing my oil. I got the filter and I have been told that the car takes 8 quarts, then I was told 9 quarts, then I 12 quarts. I didn't want to go ahead with out checking. I am waiting on my owner's maual to arrive. Thanks for the help.

LMAO:o

I dont kow if an 83 takes the same amount as mine or not.

Yours should take either 5 or 6 qts.

Thanks. I will put in 5 and check the dipstick.

Fill the car up with oil until it starts to overflow out of the valve cover then it should be just fine. j/k :p

Dude, I'd advise you to stay clear of those people :rolleyes: who told you to put all that oil in your car, b/c either they know nothing about cars or they are trying to make you screw up yours. What do they think you're running, a Greyhound bus?

5 qts. No more no less (whether V8 or V6). Use the Motorcraft FL-1A oil filter. Don't mess with Fram. Just stick with Motorcraft and you'll be fine. :)

9 quarts would be if your car was a diesal lol