Camshaft Break-in Lube?

[Fairtax4me]

I got my cams from Delta yesterday! Hopefully I'll get to pull the engine out of the wagon this weekend and finally fix head gasket, and oil leak.

 

In the meantime, I'd like to ask those of you who have installed cams in these engines (95 Ej22) what lube you like to use during installation, and do you run any type of ZDDP enriched oil for break-in?

As far as I know roller rocker setups don't need the extra zinc additives for regular operation, but do they need anything special for initial break-in?

 

Figure I'll call Delta tomorrow and ask what they recommend as well. Just would like to hear what other people have used.

[GeneralDisorder]

I don't do anything special - I use Redline assembly lube for all engine bearing lubrication needs. I've installed Delta cams and havent had an issue.

 

GD

[Quidam]

Here's what I use for cam lobes.

 

REV LUBE: A non-detergent lubricant containing Molybdenum-Disulphide which is spread on the cam lobes when installing a camshaft to prevent galling and insure protection during the critical break-in-period - the first 5 minutes of operation.

 

I use Lubriplate and engine oil on the rest. Lots of different stuff out there but those two haven't failed me yet.

 

Doug

Edited July 28, 2011 by Quidam

[Fairtax4me]

Sounds good. I'll probably just grab a bottle of Permatex from the parts store.

 

Wouldn't you know I never did remember to call Delta though. Work + hot outside = short memory.

[carfreak85]

Anything with molybendium disulfide is what you want.