I've always used the Vaseline method on big block Mopars, works like a charm... just pack it and install it. Do this just before you fire it up, don't rotate the motor till you're ready to start it. Bill & Tami Roddick 1964 Imperial Crown 4 DR HT 1972 'Cuda 340 (Tami's Car) 1988 Cherokee Laredo 1995 Concorde 1997 Wrangler