Minimum I need to run engine?
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Minimum I need to run engine?
Hi Everyone! So I installed my 72 olds 350 but I did not install the trans yet. I wanted to get the engine running before I hooked up the trans in case I needed to pull the engine again. What is the minimum that I need to hook up to safely get the engine running and accurately identify any issues? Obviously I know I need to install the entire cooling system (without trans cooler lines hooked up). But how much electrical? And which vacuum lines? Brake booster??? what else? Thanks guys!
#2
Hi Everyone! So I installed my 72 olds 350 but I did not install the trans yet. I wanted to get the engine running before I hooked up the trans in case I needed to pull the engine again. What is the minimum that I need to hook up to safely get the engine running and accurately identify any issues? Obviously I know I need to install the entire cooling system (without trans cooler lines hooked up). But how much electrical? And which vacuum lines? Brake booster??? what else? Thanks guys!
#4
Thanks Joe and Eric. It is not rebuilt- same cam. Maybe a dumb question, but can I start/run it without having the ignition switch hooked up and the throttle cable hooked up?
Thanks!
Thanks!
#5
Needed to run:
- Engine attached to something stable
(motor mounts, and supported in the rear, if necessary) - Cable from battery (-) to block
- Cable from battery (+) to starter
- Wire from coil to battery (+) terminal
(if going to run for a considerable period, run it through a Chryler ceramic ballast resistor) - Wire from solenoid S terminal to touch to battery (+) to crank engine
- Fuel pump connected to a fuel source
- Radiator connected to engine
- Heater hoses connected or plugged
- Cooling system filled with water
- Open vacuum ports plugged
Needed to run and actually hear anything:
- Exhaust pipes and mufflers connected
Good idea:
- Connect mechanical oil pressure and temperature gauges
- Eric
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#8
I figured the converter was effectively the required flywheel mass. Thinking about it, as a general rule, the more cylinders the less flywheel mass required for smooth running. Don't forget I'm from where 4 cylinders is normal. ![Smile](https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Roger.
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Roger.
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