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> Pre run engine before installing
bajafreaks
post Apr 26 2025, 12:35 PM
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I'm quite aways from having my engine completed but just wondering if there is any big advantage to pre running it before installing. It will be on carbs.
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post Apr 26 2025, 12:52 PM
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Absolutely!

Especially a fresh engine!

Bunch easier to re-adjust valves and re-torque head nuts after first full heat cycle if the puppy is out of chassis.

Oil leaks are easier to spot/fix.

Good/bad memories will be made...
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post Apr 26 2025, 01:41 PM
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QUOTE(technicalninja @ Apr 26 2025, 11:52 AM) *

Absolutely!

Especially a fresh engine!

Bunch easier to re-adjust valves and re-torque head nuts after first full heat cycle if the puppy is out of chassis.

Oil leaks are easier to spot/fix.

Good/bad memories will be made...

Kinda what i was thinking, exactly.
I guess it cant be that difficult to hook up a temp fuel pump, battery, etc.
The transmission would be attached anyway before installing into the car.
Is there anything I'm missing?
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post Apr 26 2025, 03:07 PM
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We run almost all our engines on a test stand before installing in the car. Easier to spot leaks, noises, etc. you can put a 914 engine and trans on a pallet and run it. AIM a fan at the engine if you run it for more than a minute
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post Apr 27 2025, 06:06 AM
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Yes, a couple ratchet straps and a pallet works.

You should remove the alternator belt (or hook up a voltage regulator temporarily), as you'll not want to potentially destroy the alternator.
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post Apr 27 2025, 09:01 AM
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QUOTE(mepstein @ Apr 26 2025, 02:07 PM) *

We run almost all our engines on a test stand before installing in the car. Easier to spot leaks, noises, etc. you can put a 914 engine and trans on a pallet and run it. AIM a fan at the engine if you run it for more than a minute

Do you do the cam break in as well ?
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post Apr 27 2025, 12:40 PM
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This guy makes some stuff that helps. Maybe if you are only doing one, not worth it...
https://zalexindustries.com/
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post Apr 27 2025, 12:51 PM
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In addition, I prime the oil system by cranking it over to achieve oil pressure before starting a new engine.

keep us posted with your progress
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