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Old 01-11-2020, 05:05 PM   #1
jrvariel48
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Default Rebuilt motor start up

I had my 8BA rebuilt and I'd like to test run it before it gets put in the car.
I would like to know EXACTLY what to do.

Here's some of the questions I have.

Do I need to install a radiator and coolant or can I run without it?
(I only plan on running it to check for oil pressure and leaks and whatever else I should be looking for)

I've read about priming the motor with oil, so I don't think that'll be a problem for me to handle.

Should I run an oil filter? I think it should, but want to input. It was plumbed for 95% oil filtering.

Should the clutch and pressure plate be installed?

Will it run it with a gravity feed fuel bottle or do I need a fuel pump? (Single two barrel carb)

Please let me know if I'm missing anything.

Thank you, Joe
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