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Old 04-08-2011, 07:07 AM
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I thought I read on Comp Cams website to NOT use synthetic after an initial cam install. Thoughts?
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they mean a conventional hydraulic cam or solid not a roller cam.
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Just doin the cam swap you will be fine with your normal oil. Now if this was a new engine, Or like ^ said a flat tappet cam, You never break one in with synthetic .
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So I'd be ok with Mobil 1 synthetic and my new EPS cam?
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IMO, don't waste the good stuff just use regular oil, unless you already put the Mobil 1 synthetic in the engine.
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Oil Break in recommend from Comp Cams...
"Coat the cam bearing journals with conventional SAE 30 or 40 wt. oil. Note: We do not recommend the use of synthetic oils with our cam and lifter packages during break-in."

Yet another "betcha' didn't know"...
"Camshaft Break-in Procedure Important: On hydraulic and mechanical (solid) flat tappet cams that require dual valve springs, the inner spring must be removed during break-in. This allows the lifters to establish rotation and develop a good wear pattern. As soon as the engine fires, bring the RPM up to 2000 to 2500 during the first 30 minutes of operation. Slower engine speeds will not supply the camshaft with an adequate amount of oil for the break-in period. The engine RPM may be varied periodically between 2000 to 2500 to direct oil splash different areas of the camshaft. After the 30 minute break-in period, change the oil and filter again to be sure all contaminants and break-in lube are remove from the engine. The inner valve springs can now be replaced."

Actual link for full instructions below:
http://www.compcams.com/Technical/In.../Files/145.pdf
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Originally Posted by 2TR
Oil Break in recommend from Comp Cams...
"Coat the cam bearing journals with conventional SAE 30 or 40 wt. oil. Note: We do not recommend the use of synthetic oils with our cam and lifter packages during break-in."

Yet another "betcha' didn't know"...
"Camshaft Break-in Procedure Important: On hydraulic and mechanical (solid) flat tappet cams that require dual valve springs, the inner spring must be removed during break-in. This allows the lifters to establish rotation and develop a good wear pattern. As soon as the engine fires, bring the RPM up to 2000 to 2500 during the first 30 minutes of operation. Slower engine speeds will not supply the camshaft with an adequate amount of oil for the break-in period. The engine RPM may be varied periodically between 2000 to 2500 to direct oil splash different areas of the camshaft. After the 30 minute break-in period, change the oil and filter again to be sure all contaminants and break-in lube are remove from the engine. The inner valve springs can now be replaced."


Actual link for full instructions below:
http://www.compcams.com/Technical/In.../Files/145.pdf
The second one is for flat tappet cams not hydraulic and mechanical roller cams.



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