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Engine Break In Question #2996438
12/18/21 01:25 PM
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I hope to have my 340 6Pak ready to run in early April. Planning on building a Test/Run stand to make things a little easier. My question for you guys is would it be smarter and easier to use a stock 2 or 4 barrel intake manifold for break- in. I think I know the answer but would like you guys thoughts. Thanks, Kevin

Re: Engine Break In Question [Re: B5TA] #2996453
12/18/21 02:17 PM
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My philosophy is to eliminate or minimize variables, so the engine starts right away and the fuel & ignition are within acceptable parameters.
Known-good carbs are a good idea.
For break-in, the size/CFM isn't going to matter (within reason) under 3000 RPM, though the jetting & condition will.
If someone like Scott Smith has gone through the carbs (and tested them), I'd bolt that setup on.

Re: Engine Break In Question [Re: topside] #2996458
12/18/21 02:28 PM
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I would run it as a six pack. You are only gonna be on center carb anyway. One tip….run rubber fuel line segments to all the carbs till you get them set (all jetting/metering). That saves the wear and tear on hard lines taking them on and off. Once your set, put on the pretty hard lines.

Re: Engine Break In Question [Re: Pacnorthcuda] #2996471
12/18/21 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Pacnorthcuda
I would run it as a six pack.






Agreed...I've always broken in engines running the intended induction system, be it single, dual, triple carbs, or supercharged....







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