Posted by Hemmjo on November 15, 2023 at 03:55:06 from (23.245.215.58):
In Reply to: dry Chevy engine posted by 2x4 on November 14, 2023 at 17:29:35:
Typically the distributor drives the oil pump. I do this for every engine I assemble. I would also for an engine that sits for several years. I even have various oil pump drive adapters in my tool box for engines I typically work on. I would pull the distributor, then use a drill to spin the oil pump after you get pressure have someone crank the engine while yu are working the pump to make sure everything is lubricated.
Starting a dry engine puts more wear on them driving thousands of miles. You never know this because it takes a long time for the damage to show up.
So, if you just want to get it started so you can sell it to some unsuspecting person that you care nothing about, go for it.
If you are keeping it, or if care anything about someone you might sell it to, prime the pump before you start it!!!
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