A old time method of protecting a newly rebuilt engine was to leave the
spark plugs out (no compression, very little load) and spin the engine
until the oil pump had pumped all passages full and had pressure. Then
put the plugs in, prime it and fire it right up.
Dwade
79B becoming an OF.
BBubeck@aol.com wrote:
>
> In a message dated 98-06-27 12:27:43 EDT, tsherman@tecinfo.com writes:
>
> << I'm about to put my 76 B engine back together (I hope!!!) What should I
> lube it with? Just engine oil or something thicker? Thanks. >>
>
> Tyson,
> How about WD-40 (just kidding)
> I used Castrol 20W50 and cam lube on the camshaft of couse.
> I also filled the oil pump with petroleum jelly based on the advise of an
> british car expert. I'm not sure how everyone else feels about this. I was
> told this would ensure immediate pressure from the pump.
> Bruce
> 1974 MGB
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