Proper engine storage
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Heel & Toe
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From: Westmont IL
Proper engine storage
I'm getting a 72 hardtop with a 350. I'd like to put a 427 in it but keep the 350 as is. What would be the proper way to store the engine? On a hoist? On blocks? Does it need to be sprayed with anything to keep it from freezing? Pure antifreeze or no antifreeze? Not quite sure what to do and taking it completely apart seems a bit nonsense to me. Thoughts? Thanx in advance. --Bob
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From: Orange Park Florida
Re: Proper engine storage (FetishVette81)
OK, here are my suggestions....first get some engine storage oil used in boatyards up north for winter storage....spray can callede 'Fogging Oil'.....
use as directed, start engne and rev to about 2000 rpm's....then spray into carb/air induction full force untill engine dies....
drain block completely by pulling screw in plugs in each bank lower skirt....
seal off the intake and exhause completely use duct tape maybe a board screwed over the passageways with bolts.... store inside, corner of garage....put rat poison around it on the floor....put up on blocks....
GENE
use as directed, start engne and rev to about 2000 rpm's....then spray into carb/air induction full force untill engine dies....
drain block completely by pulling screw in plugs in each bank lower skirt....
seal off the intake and exhause completely use duct tape maybe a board screwed over the passageways with bolts.... store inside, corner of garage....put rat poison around it on the floor....put up on blocks....
GENE
Melting Slicks
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From: Crescent City, CA
Re: Proper engine storage (FetishVette81)
Besides what Gene said, I would also loosen the rockers so it does not sit for years with valve springs compressed. This will also seal the cylinders.
Terry
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