97 E-350 V-10 engine swap?
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Thinking about the engine break-in. Engine had oil pre-installed from the factory. My plan is to drive for 1000 mi then change to Mobil 1 5w-30, then change again at 3000.
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Originally Posted by dcgayhart
Thinking about the engine break-in. Engine had oil pre-installed from the factory. My plan is to drive for 1000 mi then change to Mobil 1 5w-30, then change again at 3000.
Change early if it makes you feel good, but I don't think your engine will care. It will likely outlast the rest of the van either way.
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Your last engine lasted nearly 20 years, and a lubrication-related failure isn't what killed it. This is typical, even for those who follow the factory maintenance schedule.
Change early if it makes you feel good, but I don't think your engine will care. It will likely outlast the rest of the van either way.
Change early if it makes you feel good, but I don't think your engine will care. It will likely outlast the rest of the van either way.
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Others might disagree on this and it's just my opinion. When I rebuild an Engine (mostly Diesel tractors) after the initial set it up and cam break-in I find the the biggest heaviest load to put on the engine and work it for a few hours then change the oil. Haven't had one blowup or use a drop of oil yet.
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400 miles on the new engine/transmission and everything is working fine. Now I need to cleanup a few loose ends. 6-Way drivers seat motors need attention and I need to replace the drivers side power door lock mechanism.
I have purchased a new lock actuator but the seat motors are a different story. Seem this is an common issue with a lot of trucks in this age group. I have searched the forum with little success. Think I'll start a new thread to solve this problem if no one know the answer.
I have purchased a new lock actuator but the seat motors are a different story. Seem this is an common issue with a lot of trucks in this age group. I have searched the forum with little success. Think I'll start a new thread to solve this problem if no one know the answer.
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