Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: pauldridge on February 08, 2020, 20:12:48

Title: Advice sought for recommissioning engine
Post by: pauldridge on February 08, 2020, 20:12:48
I rebuilt the 280 engine in my Pagoda some 8 years ago.  It has never been run since, but I have regularly sprayed fogging oil in the cylinders and turned over the engine.
Now, finally back in the car, I am ready to get this running.
I would appreciate any advice on first start attempt, including:

Thanks in advance.. Hope springs eternal
Title: Re: Advice sought for recommissioning engine
Post by: Benz Dr. on February 09, 2020, 08:20:32
Pull the spark plugs out and spin your engine over with using your starter until you see full oil pressure on your gauge. 
Title: Re: Advice sought for recommissioning engine
Post by: MikeSimon on February 09, 2020, 13:39:26
Does the oil pressure go to max at rpm generated by the starter?
Title: Re: Advice sought for recommissioning engine
Post by: Benz Dr. on February 10, 2020, 03:51:38
Quote from: MikeSimon on February 09, 2020, 13:39:26
Does the oil pressure go to max at rpm generated by the starter?

Oh yes. Easily with cold oil and with the spark plugs removed.
Title: Re: Advice sought for recommissioning engine
Post by: ctaylor738 on February 11, 2020, 13:30:49
If you loosen the pipes at the injectors while you spin the engine w/o plugs, it will help purge air from the lines. 

Also, when you crank to start the engine, having an assistant energize/tap the cold start valve with a lead from battery positive will help the engine fire and keep running until the pump comes up to full pressure.