Post Cam Install Break-in Period
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Racer
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Post Cam Install Break-in Period
My C-5 is in the shop right now having a Cam, Valve Springs, Retainers, Push Rods, and LS-6 Intake Manifold installed. It should be ready for pick up by Friday. I was wondering if there is any type of "break-in" period needed after the install. Should I change the oil within a few weeks?
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Re: Post Cam Install Break-in Period (Als98C5)
There is no real break in needed on a roller cam. Good luck :seeya
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Re: Post Cam Install Break-in Period (Als98C5)
You might want to heat cycle it for the valve springs, which means drive it up over 150F oil temp, let it cool down, and repeat two more times. I dont know if it really helps, but I've seen people recommend it before.
The cam itself has no break in.
Eric
The cam itself has no break in.
Eric
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Re: Post Cam Install Break-in Period (Als98C5)
I did get the oil to 160+, but that I always do bevor I hammer it :D
No other break in than that.
Michael
[Modified by Austrian Vette, 7:52 PM 4/9/2002]
No other break in than that.
Michael
[Modified by Austrian Vette, 7:52 PM 4/9/2002]
