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Originally Posted by PONTIAC DUDE
Just make sure you keep the rpms' over 2200 for at least a 1/2 hour. Varying the rpm under 4000 also. Use a cheap 30 weight oil recommended for older cars. 
Always add the Zinc additive.
If it doesn't fire after the second or so crank. Don't keep cranking. Find out why it doesn't start and then fire it up.
You can check the timing while it is breaking in with an dial advance timing light.
I have never removed inner springs to break in an engine. Unless the seat is over 135/140 with a flat tappet camshaft. Make sure the temps don't go over 190 on break-in to cycle the springs to last. |
Got it.
So, I guess temp and oil pressure gauges are a must for break-in?