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dale87
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Registered: 19th Feb 06
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1st Dec 07 at 12:49   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Im building an engine which will probably be sitting for a month or two. So rather than use oil on the bearings what else can I use to keep it lubed up?
Dave A
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1st Dec 07 at 14:47   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

engine build lubricant, often called cam lube. its a thick red oil. see my projects thread in my sig for details on it.

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csweatherston
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1st Dec 07 at 16:48   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

ive got a couple tubes or arp assembly lube for my next engine lol...
just looks like black molly grease
dale87
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1st Dec 07 at 17:57   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Can I use the lubricant that comes with the ARP rod bolts?
csweatherston
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something like a 15/40 mineral oil should be fine for most applications.
dale87
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Would this be suitable? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Permatex-Ultra-Slick-Car-Engine-Assembly-Lubricant-NEW_W0QQitemZ250193077395QQihZ015QQcategoryZ28641QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Richardhhha
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looks ok to me mate. will be looking into this in a few months after i have my let done i will be stripping and preparing a x14xe should be a laugh

 
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