First Time Startup and Break In of the Rebuilt Engine | Breaking in a New Camshaft | Spark Plug Gap

In this episode of Budget Build Garage the boys fire up the rebuiltn1968 Chevy El Camino for the very first time. Nick explains how to break in a new or rebuilt engine correctly, and then shows you how to prime and start a dry engine. It might’ve taken a couple tries, but the big block first start was worth the wait. Once the rebuilt Chevy’s first start took place, Nick explains and demonstrates breaking in a new camshaft. The cam break in procedure is very easy, but there are certain steps you must take. And, Nick includes a bonus Tech Tip when he shows the easiest ways to gap new spark plugs. So, stay tuned and enjoy!

[BudgetBuildGarage]

Thanks for watching! Let me know what you all think of the $200 craigslist big block's first start up?

[Thirdgen]

You're supposed to prime the oil pump with a drill before starting the engine.

[maxs.]

I thought you guys were being serious till around 2:25. Great comedy !!! I once had an amazing fuel pump too and it filled my thing right up too !!!

[zAvAvAz]

its mad crazy youns went big block! Win for the hero! it just makes me love america.

[setha]

Prime oil pump, gas down carb have timing light ready, get to 2000 rpm, set timing, run 20 minutes, flat tappet camshaft lifters need crank oil splash.

[alexlaverick]

What a great way to wipe all the cam lube off the lifters and wipe a lobe when you finally run it. Why didn't you prime it with a drill?

[__MAT__]

Bet your neighbors loved the cam break-in .
Good stuff, keep it up.

[johnnyohman]

I love your music also so keep that in the background whenever possible. It is your signature really.

[edfox]

Sounds great!!!
My experience with first starting rebuilt motors they either fire up right away or you spend time trying to find out what is wrong

[bruceleeroy]

Thanks for doing the break in I wasn't sure if I should just run it at 2000 rpm for 20 or go through the rpm ranges..this helps a lot 👍🏾

[larrysouthern]

Great video!!! Old SCHOOL!!! GOOD MEMORIES!! Got me pumped up to try another project again!!!! Keep it up!! CLUNKERS

[andrewmurray]

well done guys, ! Nick, the engine looks awesome, cheers from Australia :)

[lsutrue]

I’m deff subscribing to try to learn as much as I can off you. Thank you for the videos.

[craigmonteforte]

Sounds pretty healthy !!! Like the cam smart breaking it in old school style IMO

[stephenmitchell]

Fan of big block Chevy!! Music is louder than you. Good video and smart advice.

[stevancortez]

Nice you guys got it to start sounds great

[ChrisDoesWhat]

Just got our rebuilt boat engine started, feels great! Burn the hair off my hand when the timing was off, see you keep your hands clear. Great video...

[fxstable]

Good job you are improving your wrenching skills. Love big V8s.
Remember the kiss principle; keep it simple stupid. Works for

[fidelsoria]

Hey guys love the show I appreciate all the footage! Also what radiator did you guys use for that big block swap?

[cerebralflatulence]

Are there any plans for more videos on the el caminos?