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1project2many · 03-20-2018, 07:34 PM

mobileortho, you do not need to make oil flow out of the pushrods before starting the engine. The lifters will pump oil as they move after the engine is started. Make sure the rockers and balls are lubed, make sure there is lube on both ends of the pushrods, and put a little lube on top of the valves. 15W40 is good for this initial lube but cam lube or STP mixed with ZDDP additive will work also.

I'm glad to see you're sticking with EFI. It will pay you back with less required work over the years.

03-20-2018, 07:34 PM	#13
1project2many Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lakes Region NH Posts: 3,158	Re: Head swap questions mobileortho, you do not need to make oil flow out of the pushrods before starting the engine. The lifters will pump oil as they move after the engine is started. Make sure the rockers and balls are lubed, make sure there is lube on both ends of the pushrods, and put a little lube on top of the valves. 15W40 is good for this initial lube but cam lube or STP mixed with ZDDP additive will work also. I'm glad to see you're sticking with EFI. It will pay you back with less required work over the years.