Fairtax4me Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quidam Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 (edited) 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairtax4me Posted July 30, 2011 Author Share Posted July 30, 2011 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 Anything with molybendium disulfide is what you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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