318 Motor Priming Issue
Hey FABO!
Well, I'm really hoping for some info here that helps me avoid a worst-case-scenario.
Today I primed my 318LA engine, in preparation to fire it soon. I had a helper turn the engine over with the ignition key while I use the drill to prime the pump. After a few seconds, the driver side rockers were getting oil. Passenger side was dry. We kept at it for another 4 attempts, but still never got oil to the passenger side. The last attempt was about 10 seconds long, with drill going and engine turning over.
Doing some research I'm seeing some talk about the cam bearing being out of alignment.
I'm really, really hoping that is not the case. I would be crushed to get this far into my build just to have to pull the engine.
Is there anything I can check or maybe I'm missing here? Pics below.
Thanks for any replies.
Hey FABO!
Well, I'm really hoping for some info here that helps me avoid a worst-case-scenario.
Today I primed my 318LA engine, in preparation to fire it soon. I had a helper turn the engine over with the ignition key while I use the drill to prime the pump. After a few seconds, the driver side rockers were getting oil. Passenger side was dry. We kept at it for another 4 attempts, but still never got oil to the passenger side. The last attempt was about 10 seconds long, with drill going and engine turning over.
Doing some research I'm seeing some talk about the cam bearing being out of alignment.
I'm really, really hoping that is not the case. I would be crushed to get this far into my build just to have to pull the engine.
Is there anything I can check or maybe I'm missing here? Pics below.
Thanks for any replies.