Re: Break In

[Dave Casey <dcasey@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Some cam manufacturers suggest removing the inner springs (assuming you have
two piece springs) for the cam break in period. I've never done that. My
routine is to prime to oil pump, stab the distributor, and get the timing
where it will run without too much advance.
Then just fire it up and keep it above 2000 rpm for the first 10-15 minutes,
occasionally varying your rpm. Its good to have someone else on the outside
keeping an eye out for any leaks or other problems.
Change the oil and filter after 500 miles and don't hammer on it for the
first 1,000 or so.

Dave Casey

----- Original Message -----
From: "Dustin Cloud" <hell_fish_65@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 10:34 AM
Subject: RE: Break In


> Should softer springs be used for break-in?
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> >From: Nick  Tiberio <furyus63@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> >Reply-To: 1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx
> >To: 62to65Mopars <1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx>
> >Subject: Break In
> >Date: Sun, 21 Mar 2004 08:47:43 -0500
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> >Tom,
> >I know we talked about this before. If your engine builder, and mopar nut
> >with the amazing shop can't give you a plan with full knowledge of thier
> >equipment, I don't know if I would want them to break in my engine. I
know
> >you've spent good money on your 361. Most good engine books will give you
> >the standard. May I suggest calling Lunati for their recommended break-in
> >for a dyno. I found out the hard way and ruined a Racer Brown cam by
having
> >the valve setting to close on a power pull.
> >Nick
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