Oiluj Posted August 25, 2009 Share #1 Posted August 25, 2009 Started my engine for the first time since the rebuild! It sounds really good and throttle response is much better!The valves are a bit noisy, but I’m told that’s a function of the performance cam. Still, I expect it will quiet down a little bit after break-in.Prior to start-up, I lubricated the cam area and “spun†the engine with the spark plugs out to distribute oil.It’s not yet all roses and rainbows though…It seems to have a pre-ignition problem and wants to keep running after turning-offf the ignition. When time permits, I need to check the timing, set the idle lower and may need to change-out the old mid-grade gas for premium.For the moment I can’t run her for extended periods of time to tune the engine. The exhaust system is installed by the PO is minimal and very loud. In fact, she sounds like a track car. Soon as she’s ready to drive, I need to get it to the muffler shop… Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/32958-its-alive/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted August 25, 2009 Share #2 Posted August 25, 2009 Outstanding, Julio!! Good work! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/32958-its-alive/#findComment-292851 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigoak Posted August 26, 2009 Share #3 Posted August 26, 2009 Awesome! Congrats on the progress. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/32958-its-alive/#findComment-292884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingZr0 Posted August 26, 2009 Share #4 Posted August 26, 2009 Good show old fellow good show performance cam, good choice. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/32958-its-alive/#findComment-292891 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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