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Re: Defective Cam - Resolution

To: "Robert M. Lang" <lang@isis.mit.edu>
Subject: Re: Defective Cam - Resolution
From: "Kai M. Radicke" <kai@radiohead.net>
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2003 16:55:55 -0400
Robert M. Lang wrote :

> So, as I have said before on this list - make sure you run-in the cam
> right (start engine, no throttle blipping, raise engine to about 2000 or
> 2500 and hold steady there for 20 min... shut engine down, drain and
> replenish oil and filter). Also assume that you've used lots of cam lube
> in the assembly process.

For those readers without electric fans installed, I suggest putting a
stationary floor fan in front of your car once it has come up to operating
temperature.  Direct the fan at the radiator, to keep some air moving
through the radiator.  No sense cooking your motor, especially now that it
is summer time and here in the North East it has been in the 90s for two
weeks.  Either way, keep an eye on the temp gauge the entire time during
your initial 20 minute cam break-in.

Kai

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