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TX01Z

02-17-2007 07:04 PM

Cam break in procedure

What is the recommended break in procedure after a cam install?

TheBlurLS1

02-17-2007 07:06 PM

The cam won't need a break in, but the springs like to be heat cycled a bit IIRC.

1BADAIR

02-18-2007 12:59 AM

correct
roller cams don't need a break in like flat tappet cams
just heat cycle the springs a few times before going above 3000rpm

JRracing

02-18-2007 01:13 AM

Diddo, maybe change the oil after about 500 to 1000 miles in case of new parts seating in. Like new timing chain or oil pump. Just a thought.

JPH	02-18-2007 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBlurLS1

The cam won't need a break in, but the springs like to be heat cycled a bit IIRC.

+1, well said.

shouldaboughttheZ

02-18-2007 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRracing

Diddo, maybe change the oil after about 500 to 1000 miles in case of new parts seating in. Like new timing chain or oil pump. Just a thought.

I followed this rule when I installed mine.

mcamarols1

02-18-2007 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRracing

Diddo, maybe change the oil after about 500 to 1000 miles in case of new parts seating in. Like new timing chain or oil pump. Just a thought.

thats what i did too, new metal in the engine, means new oil after 500-1000mi i did find small particles of metal in the oil, after the next oil change, everything was good. i also heat cycled 4 times.

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