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Old 03-31-2016, 01:16 PM
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Default cam break in lube?

is engine assembly lube the same as cam break in lube?

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Old 03-31-2016, 02:24 PM
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What type of cam?

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torco mpz cam lube

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Old 04-01-2016, 10:06 AM
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What type of cam?
Factory hydraulic chevy L-79 in a 327. just didn't know if there was "special" cam break in lube on initial startup, or will "normal" assembly lube work?

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Old 04-01-2016, 01:21 PM
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Normal assembly lube should be fine. Fact is nothing is going to remain in place with a little heat and oil pressure.

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Flat tappet cam lube needs to have moly in it.

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