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Old Apr 16, 2011 | 02:53 PM
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Default Engine start - after build

I will shortly be refitting the engine back in the car and a little confused regarding the proceedure round priming it etc

I have replaced the inlet cam with a Kent cam plus new lifters and will be fitting my new GT turbo but what procedure shall i use?

Kent state in their installation guide not to turn the engine over - i was always under the impression and done before remove the fuel pump fuse and turn the engine over to get oil to the blower but Kent state don't do that and to start straight away and hold a constant rev

  • Before starting the engine, turn the engine over by hand to ensure that it rotates freely, prime the oil system, and check that everything is set to ensure the engine starts straight away.

  • Do not turn the engine over on the starter over for an excessive length of time. Once the engine is running do not allow it to idle for the first twenty minutes, and keep the revs to a minimum of 2000rpm in order to ensure adequate supply of lubrication for both the cam and followers.

Any advise much appreciated and thanks in advance

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