The dribble is exactly what you want to see. If you have a gusher,
the rockers need to be rebuilt.
Patton
On 8/19/05, belfieldsp@juno.com <belfieldsp@juno.com> wrote:
> Hi,
> I'm starting up a newly rebuilt engine and getting 40/60 psi at 500/1500 rpms
>at the gauge but only seeing a 'dribble' of oil coming out of the holes in the
>top of the rocker arms. The top of the head is all wet but I was expecting
>more of a spray to lubricate the springs, etc. I also had surface rust forming
>on the inside of the valve cover, indicating dry conditions. What's normal?
>
> Thanks,
> Steve Belfield
> 63 BJ7
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