quattro digest, Vol 1 #1535 - 13 msgs

[jDolan]

> From: "Alexander van Gerbig" <Audi_80 at email.msn.com>
> To: <quattro at audifans.com>
> Subject: Installing Cams and Pistons Help
> Date: Sat, 19 May 2001 16:36:28 -0400
> 
>     I am going to be swapping a camshaft from my stock head into my turbo
> GTi head and I'll also be installing new Mahle 8.5:1 pistons in about two
> weeks, hopefully.  I have grabbed some tips for these installations from
> several folks, but I'd love to get all the tips and advice possible so my
> engine has a happy long life after all this work.
> 
>     Is it best to use an engine building grease/lube or just slobber Mobil 1
> onto parts before installing?

Isn't Mobil 1 a synthetic oil? From what I've read, its best to wait
until the motor is broken in until synthetics are used. It has something
to do with the piston rings seating properly, and 'getting to know' the
bore. Maybe wait on that for a couple of oil changes, the first of those
being very early, of course.

jim  '88 90q  w/285K miles
Rochseter, Vt.