Starting LT4 from 10 year rest?
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Thanks for all the ideas...
I think I will at least take the plugs out and fog the cylinders before turning it over. That should hopefully eliminate the possibility of damaging the walls, the only other thing I am worried about is if there is still enough oil residue on all the rotating components to not cause any bearing or wear damage. I could alleviate that worry by taking off the intake manifold and priming the system, but I REALLY don't want to prolong this project another month or 2 (I hope I don't regret that decision!).
The tank has been dry for about 4 years, after installing a new 255 pump, and injectors are brand new. Basically everything on this car is brand new, except the engine was used.
I think I will at least take the plugs out and fog the cylinders before turning it over. That should hopefully eliminate the possibility of damaging the walls, the only other thing I am worried about is if there is still enough oil residue on all the rotating components to not cause any bearing or wear damage. I could alleviate that worry by taking off the intake manifold and priming the system, but I REALLY don't want to prolong this project another month or 2 (I hope I don't regret that decision!).
The tank has been dry for about 4 years, after installing a new 255 pump, and injectors are brand new. Basically everything on this car is brand new, except the engine was used.
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After a year, I pulled the main caps and some rod bearings to inspect for scouring and there was plenty of oil film on all components.
Change the oil and fire that bitch up.
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