Bob:
There are several ways to tackle this... here's what I did when I started
my fresh motor the first time...
For some reason (dunno why) you're supposed to do the break-in with 30wt
non-detergent oil. We took a pressure plant sprayer and filled it with
oil, then adapted the nozzle end to fit into the oil pressure sending unit
hole. Then we pumped that oil into the block this way. Theoretically,
this pressurized to some extent the entire oil galley, and I even remember
reading the pressure (albeit less than 10 pounds or so) on the gauge. Once
all the oil was in, then we fired it up. We ran it for 1 hour, then dumped
the oil and changed the filter, poured in fresh 30 wt (no plant sprayer
this time), replaced the sending unit, then started it up again. After
about 500 miles I changed the oil and filter again, and did another 500
miles. After that first 1000 miles I switched over to Mobil 1 15W50.
Have fun!
>List:
> I am preparing to bring the engine of TS71101L to life. It was rebuilt by
>the PO in 1991 or 92 and has not yet ever been started. All engine bearings
>were packed with grease at the time of rebuild. I have poured oil into the
>sparkplug holes and the engine turns freely with the crank. The engine,
>tranny, diff and hydraulics have been rebuilt and stored dry, lo these many
>years. I am seeking some discussion and input regarding start up procedures
>for the engine. Particularly lubrication.
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