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Probably been asked before ( I searched, but no go), but what’s the best break-in oil for a flat-tappet engine (360, if it matters)?
What ever your engine builder recommends and will stand behind in today's **** lifter and cam environment...Probably been asked before ( I searched, but no go), but what’s the best break-in oil for a flat-tappet engine (360, if it matters)?
I would use break in oil for its higher zinc content.Should break-in oil be used if its just a cam change, or is assembly lube sufficient? Not trying to hijack the thread, just thought it was a pertinent question to the topic.
The cam lifters and valve train is what needs the break in oilShould break-in oil be used if its just a cam change, or is assembly lube sufficient? Not trying to hijack the thread, just thought it was a pertinent question to the topic.
True Kim. I did some research on Driven HR2 oil, which is what I personally use, it has a zinc content of approx 1200 ppm, but their BR30 break in oil has a zinc ppm of 2800-3000, so the OP would benefit significantly from using a good break in oil as opposed to just an oil with a zinc additive to do his break in. And for my next cam change, Im going to run the BR30 to break it in as well.The cam lifters and valve train is what needs the break in oil
I thought there was a thread on here that over 1400 or so ppm is a waste and that ur over using it cause u can get too much. Or am I mistaken or not wording this right.True Kim. I did some research on Driven HR2 oil, which is what I personally use, it has a zinc content of approx 1200 ppm, but their BR30 break in oil has a zinc ppm of 2800-3000, so the OP would benefit significantly from using a good break in oil as opposed to just an oil with a zinc additive to do his break in. And for my next cam change, Im going to run the BR30 to break it in as well.
So I guess my recommendation is Driven BR30 break in oil and follow their directions.
Kim, that's true in most cases, with break-in being an exception. Another is Top Fuel and Funny Car engines.I thought there was a thread on her tat over 1400 or so ppm is a waste and that ur over using it cause u can get too much. Or am I mistaken or not wording this right.
I gotta say, I do love the stuff. Being blue in color is pretty cool too, as if there is a leak somewhere, it's not just another "dark spot on the floor" BluePrint Engines Crate Engine Break-In Oil — 1 QuartI just used some break in oil from Blueprint. Did a real nice job. @Johnny Mac sent the oil and filter. Break in went fine. It's a 283 Chevy.
Makes it very easy to see anything "foreign" in it, too.I gotta say, I do love the stuff. Being blue in color is pretty cool too, as if there is a leak somewhere, it's not just another "dark spot on the floor" BluePrint Engines Crate Engine Break-In Oil — 1 QuartView attachment 1716301390
I gotta say, I do love the stuff. Being blue in color is pretty cool too, as if there is a leak somewhere, it's not just another "dark spot on the floor"
I like the idea of my old eyes being able to actually see the fresh oil on the dipstick, too!Makes it very easy to see anything "foreign" in it, too.