Re: Engine startup and break in

[Raldel@xxxxxxx]

  I would not use any fuel additives or especially lubricants in the fuel 
during the break in procedure. It is necessary to get some friction between rings 
and cylinder walls to seat properly. Also, the oil can seal or glaze the 
honed surfaces and cause break in to be very difficult. I would certainly not add 
any more.
      Randy Long
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In a message dated 7/18/2003 9:41:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time, 
Dan.Korolyshyn@domain.elided writes:

> also used about 2oz. of Marvel
> Mystery Oil per tankful of gas just to provide some lubrication for
> the valves and valve guides.  I know that there is a lot of controversy
> on the use of an upper cylinder lubricant, but during the break-in
> I kinda feel that a little is better than not using it at all,
> especially for the valve guides.  
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