Mike, unless the engine is going to sit up for a good while, be careful
about lube on the cyl walls. When you run it you don't want anything to
interfere with the rings seating. I use only wd40. John
Michael P. Thelen wrote:
> Hello List!
>
> I am in the process of rebuilding my '73 MGB - some of you
> may remember my desparate questions on how to unseize an engine
> a couple months back.
>
> I am in the process of a slow rebuild - just got my beatiful
> engine back last week. I would like to take my time and do it
> right my first time. In addition, while the engine is out, I
> want to do all the body work and paint. So what about lubing
> the engine? I got some assembly moly lube and applied it to the
> crankshaft bearings, but what about the cylinder walls? Someone
> told me that moly lubes create carbon deposits when heated too
> much. Also, what other components do I need to lube up if the
> engine is going to be on the workbench for a while before final
> installation and running it? I was told that regular motor
> oil would not last long enough.
>
> Thanks!,
>
> - Mike Thelen -
> '73 MGB, Pasadena CA
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