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Crazyhorse

10-07-2006 04:18 PM

Winter Engine Layup

Does anyone else back the rocker arms off during winter layup?
Just wondered what opinions are on this.

ghittner

10-07-2006 08:39 PM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

Nope, but I do fire it and warm it up from time to time.

cig1988

10-08-2006 06:49 AM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

I ususally bump the starter every several weeks. PIA to remove the valve covers.

Vinny P

10-08-2006 06:54 AM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

I back mine off every year. I pull all the pushrods to check them for straightness. Also, I check all the spring pressures. IMO, valve train is the most important part of your engine.

Reed Jensen

10-08-2006 01:00 PM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

I used to squirt a little engine oil in each cylinder and turn it over a few times. Put in fresh plugs, and fire it up in the spring. No problems.

Elite Marine

10-08-2006 05:19 PM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

I've never done it and never had any issues, but it does make alot of sense.

I guess if you can pull your cover off easily, it would be smart.

Reed Jensen

10-08-2006 07:42 PM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

Even if the lifters were to bleed down a little... they will pump back up the first time oil gets to them. My concern about letting an engine sit for a long time is corrosion on the cylinder walls from moisture. A tablespoon of oil in each cylinder will take care of that problem for the length of one winter.

minxguy

10-10-2006 11:38 AM

Re: Winter Engine Layup

Quote:

Originally Posted by ghittner

Nope, but I do fire it and warm it up from time to time.

Just make sure the oil get hot to burn off any condensation. 180 degrees plus. Ken

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