On 6/27/98 1:08 PM so and so BBubeck@aol.com said. (And I quote)
>In a message dated 98-06-27 12:27:43 EDT, tsherman@tecinfo.com writes:
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><< 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
Tyson,
Back when I worked on industrial and automotive engines we used
Lubriplate. It is a white grease. I have used it on MG engines, but,
others on the list suggested it wasn't such a good idea. If you go to a
good parts shop you should be able to find a good engine assembly lube.
Personnally I stand by Lubriplate. :-P
Or go to a Engine rebuilder and ask. Be careful of the advise. They may
tell you one thing so the engine blows up :-O
Or ask Lawrie
Larry Macy
78 Midget
Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy@bblmail.psycha.upenn.edu
System Manager/Administrator
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University of Pennsylvania
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