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Old 03-16-2012, 11:29 PM
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Break in oil and procedure

So I just built up my 22r and am installing it My concern is

#1 what oil should I run when doing the initial break in of the cam and for the first 500 miles?

#2 what procedure should I do? 20 minutes 2000 rpm's, then change oil?

I asked my machine shop and they said they carry a oil that pour in then break in the cam and keep that same oil in it for 500 miles.

Please any and all input would be great as I need to know asap.
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1: regular dino oil

2: I broke in my cam by driving it like I stole it for about 100 miles, then I changed my oil. then changed again at 500 miles
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Thanks and what weight oil did you use?
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This link is kinda interesting:

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
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Would 15w-40 rotella work? Or should I use 10w-30
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I was told 10-30. I just rebuilt my motor and it is still full with the original refill oil and filter. I am going to change it in about 50 miles once I can drive this new rebuild. I have Chevron 10-30 waiting in the wings to use until 500 miles at which time I will start running Amsoil under regular change intervals. I also put magnets on my filter and oil pan near drain plug to capture anything left over from rebuild.
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