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Old 07-05-2019, 01:57 PM   #6
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Default Re: Priming engine with oil

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Posted this over on the HAMB in response to a similar question:
Years ago the machinist at the local parts store used an old pressure bleeder tank for a pre-oiler. Dumped 5 qts. of oil in the bleeder tank which was connected to the engine with an oil fitting on the block and a shut off valve, pressurized the tank to 40 psi, opened the valve and instant oil pressure at start up. I made one for my 8ba start up from an old paint pot. For some reason didn't work as well as the brake bleeder set up but it got the job done. I've also heard of using a hand pump garden sprayer to achieve the same results.
Here is the link to the thread on the HAMB: https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...#post-13148028
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