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Old May 24, 2005 | 07:53 PM
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I'm Hoping to test fire my LS1 this weekend. Any advice before turning her over???

I bought the LS1 6 months ago I will change the oil and plugs before but anything else?

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Default get oil PSI up
unplug coilpacks & crank over

car pics.https://ls1tech.com/forums/lsx-parts-sale/326239-c5-brake-brackets.html
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unplug coilpacks & crank over

car pics.https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=326239

Thanks Should I do this till I feel there is enough oil PSI?

Thanks for the help.

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Thanks Should I do this till I feel there is enough oil PSI?

Thanks for the help.

JOhn
Yes. Everything is probably drip dry in there so it's best to churn things up before firing.
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Yes. Everything is probably drip dry in there so it's best to churn things up before firing.

Thanks again would anyone suggest to add a spray of oil in the cylinders first?
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Thanks again would anyone suggest to add a spray of oil in the cylinders first?
It couldnt hurt, just dont get carried away.
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Thanks for all the help, I post if she fires up

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