Actually a better way is to remove the distributor and the distributor drive
gear, then using a flat blade in a drill engage the oil pump shaft and spin
away. This will pressurize everything without scuffing caused by moving the
dry metal on metal.
Ralph
----- Original Message -----
From: Andrew Mace <amace@unix2.nysed.gov>
To: Ronald A. Dowty <rdowty@jspp.com>
Cc: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 1999 6:15 PM
Subject: Re: How do I get the oil pressure up before starting a newly
rebuilt TR6?
>
> On Wed, 15 Dec 1999, Ronald A. Dowty wrote:
>
> > What do I need to do to insure proper oil pressure before staring my
engine
> > for the first time after being rebuilt.
>
> Pull the plugs and spin it with the starter until you see pressure
> registering on the gauge. Then put plugs back and reconnect the ignition
> and attempt to start it. That should do it.
>
> --Andy
>
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