How long can i let the engine sit?
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How long can i let the engine sit?
If i rebuild an engine with all the assembly lubes is it ok to let the engine sit for a few years? WIll the lube be as good as it was when i put it in?
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Transmission: 5
Yes. It can sit indefinitely. However, if you know it's going to sit for a long time, use something relatively heavy for assembly lube, such as synthetic gear lube; and put the engine in a well-sealed pastic bag to keep it clean.
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Make sure NOT to have presure on your valve springs,have the rockers louse.
After a period of time the valve springs will get weak!
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'91 Camaro 3.1 t-tops 44k original.
'98 GMC Sonoma excab 4.3 auto 35k.
After a period of time the valve springs will get weak!
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'91 Camaro 3.1 t-tops 44k original.
'98 GMC Sonoma excab 4.3 auto 35k.
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