Yes you need to follow he same break in procedures. For the few extra
hours it will take to pull the engine you should consider it. If these
parts are worn then the rest of the engine is just as worn. Timing chains,
oil seals pressure valves etc. Besides it is easier working on a bench
then under the car. Just a thought.
..Art
On Wed, 24 Sep 1997, Chris Delling wrote:
> All this talk about prining oil pumps, etc. has me thinking. The engine on
> my 77B is due for some freshening this winter. My project plan includes
> replacement of the low compression pistons with standard 8.7:1 comp ratio
> pistons, a new cam, and some massaging of the head.
>
> This work will be done without removing the engine. Obviously this entails
> draining the sump, and removal of the oil pump. Upon reassembly I will
> have a new rings, rod bearings, cam and lifters, etc. Do I need to follow
> the same break-in procedures as required for a new/re-built motor?
>
> Regards,
>
> Chris Delling
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