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Engine Rebuild

#1 PostAuthor: Wayne1960 » Mon Mar 17, 2014 1:17 pm

Ok Engine going back together. should i coat all the parts with oil as i am installing them?

If yes, does it have to be engine oil or can i use a spray? trying to keep it as clean as possible!!!
Just purchased a 1976 UK Z900 A4 for renovation. Wish me luck.
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#2 PostAuthor: chrisu » Mon Mar 17, 2014 1:47 pm

engine oil or assembly lube while building..

i normally use an oil car with bike 10/40 in it.

fill sump to correct level..

turn over (no spark) until oil light goes out.
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#3 PostAuthor: zed1015 » Mon Mar 17, 2014 1:51 pm

Ideally you should use the same type/make oil that is going in the engine.
Just a squirt in the bearings will do.
Don't oil the bores though as this will prevent ring bedding if they are new.
I use Graphogen assembly compound on the piston skirts and on the cam shell etc but oil will do the trick.
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#4 PostAuthor: Wayne1960 » Mon Mar 17, 2014 2:41 pm

What is the recommended oil of choice.
Just purchased a 1976 UK Z900 A4 for renovation. Wish me luck.

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