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Old 08-23-2014, 05:27 PM
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Default Re: Priming the oil system before startup

Primer shafts only run the oil pump. You would have to turn the entire engine, because the cam gear is attached. I have primed engines with the coil disconnected and run the starter until oil pressure shows on the gauge
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