First Run - Flathead
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First Run - Flathead
I have seen people run their flatheads (youtube) for 5 minutes or so without a cooling system. Is this a bad thing to do or can you do it for short periods of time.
Flathead Engine Test Run - YouTube
Flathead running - YouTube
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Flathead running - YouTube
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I personally won't do it. My machinist friend told me hot spots can develop on the cylinder walls in seconds. Why risk a new and expensive engine? How much harder is it to hook up the rad? At least fill the motor with water.......JMO
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