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    Default assembling a b series motor

    i heard they say dont put lube on the back of the main and rod bearings only the front. same as in none on the block for the mains where the upper one goes.

    true or not??

    and why??

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    Quote Originally Posted by ej1252 View Post
    i heard they say dont put lube on the back of the main and rod bearings only the front. same as in none on the block for the mains where the upper one goes.

    true or not??

    and why??
    i put lube anywhere there is metal to metal contact. thats just me.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Barefoot View Post
    i put lube anywhere there is metal to metal contact. thats just me.

    me too

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    x3. it wouldnt make sense not doin it.

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    if u dont have to, i dont see an point where it should hurt the motor...it should only be beneficial..lube should insure it more..

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    i just rebuilt one recently and out it on both sides and engine is perfect

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    I kinda go lube crazy when I build one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TommyD1919 View Post
    I kinda go lube crazy when I build one.
    u can never have to much lube. for $7 a bottle pennies on the $ insurance.


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    Lube tha bish up!!

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