cb360j said:Is there a way to 'pre-lube' my engine before first start? I filled the oil baths of course when assembling, but for example when rebuilding a v8 you can spin the oil pump drive and it will send oil through the passages. Is there a way to do this on the 360 engine or will just turning the engine by hand work? Also, even though I put some oil on the cylinder walls before assembly should I put any oil in the cylinders or anything before the start? I have kept everything sealed up, oil in the engine, and plan to change the oil and clean the filter again before starting, then after initial start I will change it again
It has been a long time waiting for me, but first start is soon. Pretty pumped.
I just didi this on my 400f before installing the head cover to ensure I had flow for start up.
I used my battery drill to spin the engine.
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