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I have always used engine assembly lube on the bearings. That's what it is made for, and it doesn't run out when you let the engine sit for months. But, on the cam and lifters I use a cam lube, which is also somewhat thick and doesn't run out like oil. Both are designed to dilute in oil and not be a problem.
And, I also pre-lube the engine just before firing it up by pulling the distributor and spinning the oil pump using a socket on an extension and my drill. I spin it until I hear the drill start working hard, which means I have oil pressure, and then I spin it several more seconds to ensure the oil gets to everywhere.
I have always used white assembly grease on bearings, cam lube on cam and lifters, and never primed the oil pump before starting. Started and broke cam in like normal. Never lost a cam, or had any issues with engine break in.
I will keep this thread updated. I plan to park the car by the end of the month, then will start working on pulling the engine.
Originally Posted by derbydad276
I just did mine
Tims pistons .030 over
had rods reconditioned and whole assembly balanced
(well worth the $250 ) to have done
comp cam
Cam/Lifter, Valvetrain, Hydraulic Flat Tappet, Adv. Duration 255/263, Lift .465/.495, Ford, 351C, 351M, 400
standard rebuild on my 1971 heads new guides, seats & valves
I finally had some time to get work done on the car and got the engine pulled. I was able to strip it all down once out with ease. Even the exhaust manifolds came off without breaking bolts.
I am hoping to have it shipped out to TMI sometime next week.
Thanks for the feedback guys. I am excited too! This car has been in the family since day one, so it's a huge deal to be finally be able to afford to do this build.
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