Shane F. Ingate wrote:
>
> Bob Paul wrote:
> > I am preparing to bring the engine of TS71101L to life. It was
>rebuilt
> > the PO in 1991 or 92 and has not yet ever been started.
>
> Following on from the thread yesterday on synthetic oil,
> this is what I have done in the past:
>
> 1) check static timing
> 2) fill with 15/40 oil (not synthetic), and use water in the radiator
> 3) loosen distributor bolts, as if you were about to
> time it
> 4) check that engine is in a condition to run (ie as if you
> were about to go for a drive, check there are no loose tools,
> bolts are tight, fluid OK, etc).
> 5) set up a fan in front of the radiator and switch it on
> 6) crank the engine without starting it to make sure there are
> no terminal leaks
> 7) start the car, run it up to 1500 rpm
> 8) make sure you have oil pressure
> 9) once started, DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE FOR 20 MINUTES! This
> is the most crucial time in an engines life, and it is important
> to that this first running period be done correctly. Do not
> idle the engine!
> 10) if the engine runs hot (and it may due to the new components)
> switch on the fan at the front of the car. It may be wise to
> do this early in the morning, especially if you live in a
> warm cimate.
> 11) if the car needs water, give it water. If it leaks, dont
> worry about it - dont shut the engine off.
> 12) while the car is running, you can time it.
>
> After 20 minutes, then you can switch off. Replace oil with 15/50,
> fill with coolant, drive it for 500 miles trying not to rev the engine
> too hard or lug it. Vary the engine speed. After 500 miles, change
> to 15/50 synthetic. You may need to adjust the idle during this time
> because as the engine frees up, your idle will rise. Also during this
> time check the coolant regularly to release any air.
>
> Did I miss anything Scions?
>
> Shane Ingate in San Diego
I would also fill the oil filter with oil, and be sure the oil pump is
fully primed so that oil pressure is as instantaneous as possible.
Martin Libhart
1972 TR6 (driver)
1970 Spitfire (under the knife)
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