flyingvranch
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Today I started my new motor that I built for the first time and it cranked instantly and idles very nicely. I started with 1 1/4 turns on the low speed and it is smooth with that. Overall the engine is running very smooth and quiet with no internal noise or ticks and is pumping water good. I am just running in a barrel till I take it out on the river tomorrow.
Since this is a brand new block, pistons, rings, etc. I am unsure the proper way to break it in. I am running a 50:1 mix and so far I have just idled with a few throttle blips here and there. Should I keep the RPM's low and steady or should I vary the speed somewhat? I have read various conflicting statements and I am curious if anyone knows what the factory did for break-in procedures. Thanks in advance!
1978 Evinrude 35 HP 35853R
Since this is a brand new block, pistons, rings, etc. I am unsure the proper way to break it in. I am running a 50:1 mix and so far I have just idled with a few throttle blips here and there. Should I keep the RPM's low and steady or should I vary the speed somewhat? I have read various conflicting statements and I am curious if anyone knows what the factory did for break-in procedures. Thanks in advance!
1978 Evinrude 35 HP 35853R