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Assembly Lube

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When assembling a new engine what is the best locally available assembly lube ?
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Re: Assembly Lube

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I use EP90 and have done many a engine never had a problem.My 2c worth.
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Re: Assembly Lube

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my first few stock engines I built with engine oil, no issues there.
I've been using my own special concoction ever since, but that one is a secret
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Re: Assembly Lube

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Thanks Terry and Tony !!

Doing some reading and research I see the guys also use
Wynns Advanced engine treatment ... have either of you heard of this ?

https://www.wynns.co.za/product/advance ... treatment/
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Re: Assembly Lube

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No no no Wyns has Teflon in it and coats everything with a film and does not help the bedding in progress trust me on this its bad news for new engines. No additives and use a straight SAE 30/40 oil not multi grade to run it in. My opinion and experience.
Assembly use EP90
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