Engine Break In Instructions

Break In Period

Check  all normal vitals on startup, good oil pressure, no unusual sounds, no  leaks, etc.  Using a manual oil pressure gauge is highly recommended  during first startup.  You should see oil pressure almost instantly once  engine is running.  Bring engine up to 1800-2200 rpms immediately once  you have oil pressure.  Run for 1-2 minutes.  Then shut off.  Do not let  idle for more than a few minutes before applying load to the engine,  either by dyno, driving under load, or towing a trailer.  The more miles  you can put on with a load, then better for the first 1000 miles.  

Use  a good quality oil such as Rotella, Delo, Valvoline Premium Blue, Etc as  well as a good breakin oil additive with ZDDP for the first and second  oil changes.  We use the Lucas brand.  It can be purchased at most  common parts stores.  

First oil change should be done at 500 miles.   Then go to normal schedule.  We recommend not exceeding 5000 miles per  service.  

DO NOT USE SYNTHETIC OR SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL UNTIL AFTER SECOND OIL CHANGE!  

DO NOT USE FRAM OIL FILTERS!

DO NOT LET ENGINE IDLE FOR MORE THAN 5 MINUTES DURING THE FIRST 1000 MILES!