Squirt Marvel in directly into the cyl.'s let set for a time then
bump the engine a few times.
If Marvel don't do it I don't think any thing will
HooT_58
58 LWB Step
----- Original Message -----
From: <bob_keeland@usgs.gov>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2000 2:39 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Getting an sort-of-old engine started
> I have a mid-1960s 283 that was rebuilt about 10 years ago. Since the
> rebuild it was left to sit, in the truck, outside. Although the
carborator
> was not installed, the manifold was taped over. What would be the
> recommended procedure to start getting this engine into service? Someone
> mentioned something like marvel mystery oil for lubing the pistons before
> turning it over. Is that recommended? Should I remove the intake or
> cylinder heads to see if there is any rust in the motor? Any helpful
> suggestions would be appreciated. Off color suggestions will be ignored
> unless I can think of a good comeback.
>
> Thanks (I also think that this is a great list and great bunch of people)
>
> BobK
> '51 3600 5-window project
> Arnaudville, LA
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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