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Initial start after rebuild

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Initial start after rebuild

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I am finally ready to start my engine; it was rebuilt 3 years ago. It has been stored with the plugs installed and in a controlled environment. I plan to manually spin the oil pump to get everything lubed.

Is there anything else that should be done prior to starting the engine?



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.150 Stroked Y-Block:327.25 ci @ >1hp per ci
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