new 331 is in...

Hozer 88GTConv · 07-04-2005, 04:03 PM

Breaking it in now...I've been driving it @4500 rpm in 3-4 gear to seat the rings...
16 btdc seems to work too...

I want to break this one in right...recommendations appreciated...

Figured out the old problem, broken oil ring on number 5, and a busted valve spring on number 6.

Can you say "blower"?

Gearhead999 · 07-05-2005, 07:44 PM

Nice pic of engine.

Nicer pic of the kids !!!!

Hozer 88GTConv · 07-07-2005, 07:35 PM

Running solid after 150 miles...first oil change after another 50 and valve adjustment.
Then, it's off to the dyno!
Hoping for 320 rwhp in 96 degree/90 plus humidity weather...we'll see.

Ieatcamaros · 07-07-2005, 09:22 PM

I am glad you finally figured out the number 5 cylinder problems. Maybe a little less boost on the new 331

07-05-2005, 07:44 PM	#2
Gearhead999 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Oviedo, FL Posts: 992	Re: new 331 is in... Nice pic of engine. Nicer pic of the kids !!!! __________________ "Support our Troops" Dave 1968 Cougar 2004 Thunderbird 2007 F150 Harley-Davidson, SuperCrew 1986 LTD 1997 Ranger 1992 Honda Civic

07-07-2005, 07:35 PM	#3
Hozer 88GTConv Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 706	Re: new 331 is in... Running solid after 150 miles...first oil change after another 50 and valve adjustment. Then, it's off to the dyno! Hoping for 320 rwhp in 96 degree/90 plus humidity weather...we'll see. __________________ 1988 GT Convertible 331 10:1 TW heads, GT-40 intake, MSD, TRW flattops, B Cam w/ 1.7's, MAC exhaust, 24's, 70 TB, 76 MAF, 3.73's, Pro 5.0, Koni's, Anderson PMS, Wideband 02, yatta, yatta... One week with new motor, two speeding tickets...joy

07-07-2005, 09:22 PM	#4
Ieatcamaros Domestic Rice really sucks! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: KY Posts: 973	Re: new 331 is in... I am glad you finally figured out the number 5 cylinder problems. Maybe a little less boost on the new 331 __________________ The sig says it all.