Breakin Period for Built Short Block?
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Breakin Period for Built Short Block?
Hi everyone,
With so many built blocks now out there, what is the recommended break in period/time frame before heading to the track? How many miles?
Thanks,
HORSE9
With so many built blocks now out there, what is the recommended break in period/time frame before heading to the track? How many miles?
Thanks,
HORSE9
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From: Orland Park, IL just south of chicago
Honestly, beat on it hard and set those rings quick. The first 20 miles are the most important.
Who's got that link to that one performance article about motor break in.
Who's got that link to that one performance article about motor break in.
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From: Orland Park, IL just south of chicago
Originally posted by Nathan
most of the blocks and heads are used *ahem* ... "seasoned" parts so its really just the rings to worry about, right?
most of the blocks and heads are used *ahem* ... "seasoned" parts so its really just the rings to worry about, right?
yeah the rings are the main issue for sealing the cylinder up good. thats why you don't put synthetic oil in the motor first off.