Advice for starting the engine for the 1st time?

[Patrick N.]

Hi all, after a good 3 years, I am very close to completing the rolling chassis and was looking for advice on the process for shaking down the engine with the body off. I recall a similar thread a few months back but can't locate it if anyone has a link?

What are the do's and don'ts and good advice associated with running the motor this way? BTW engine, carbs, trans all rebuilt but not fired up yet. Any pit-falls to avoid?

Advice welcome-


thanks as always
Pat
68 427 400hp
88

[Terry D.]

Re: Advice for starting the engine for the 1st time?

Patrick
Get yourself a pre oil stick, it attaches to a drill and goes down the distributor hole to pre oil the engine. Who rebuilt the engine? I would ask his advice if there is any kind of warranty involved. Goggle braking in a camshaft, engine etc. Lots of brand name companies have this info out there. Not trying to affoid the question but the answers you are looking for are quite long.
Terry