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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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Hey everyone,

I'm about to be done with my cam install. I searched all around here but didn't find out exactly what I needed...how many miles or how long should I break in my new cam? It's a hydraulic roller. I also added rocker arms, springs, and an intake.
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 03:40 PM
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Hyd roller......lol.....


Dude, with Hyd roller, i put it together and beat the holy living **** out of the motor instantly. Never had a problem...ever.


Hyd flat tappet need the "break in" for the 20-30 minute run time and the cool down and oil change(usually).


See what the bastard is made of
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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Yeah there is little if any break in period with a hyd roller
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 03:57 PM
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run it. thrash it. beat the hell out of it. then report back and let us know how it runs.
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Hahaha YES. That's what I'm talkin about...I'll let you know how it goes.
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