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X-Rated30 07-28-2003 01:52 PM

Breaking in a new roller cam
 
I have heard differing opinions on breaking in new roller cams -- everything from "it isn't necessary" to "it is just like a flat tappet."

Let's hear your opinion.

Griff 07-28-2003 02:03 PM

Everything I have heard about rollers is that they don't need any special break in like flat tappets. Flat tappet lifters actually spin in the bore. They need to be run at higher rpms on initial break in to insure that they are spinning and an even wear pattern is developed.
Rollers don't spin in the bore----at least they better not, so normal engine breakin is all thats needed.

mopower 07-28-2003 02:54 PM

Right;)

PatriYacht 07-28-2003 03:34 PM

Do you use any special brake-in lube?


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