Troubleshooting Oil Delivery Issues in a Custom-built Engine

🔍The 541 cubic inch big block Mopar engine has been built with all new parts, except for the 1972 cast iron block.

🛠️The engine's pump seal for the absorber had previously caused issues with the dynamometer.

💡Nick suspects that a blockage may be preventing oil from reaching the rocker shaft and lubricating the springs and push rods.

🚧Nick removes the rocker shaft to investigate the oil delivery issue and ensure proper lubrication.

🔧Further troubleshooting is needed to identify the cause of the blockage and resolve the oil delivery problem.

Why is no oil reaching the rocker shaft?

—Nick suspects that there may be a blockage preventing oil from reaching the rocker shaft and lubricating the springs and push rods. Further investigation is needed to determine the cause.

Did the engine builder properly prime the engine?

—The engine builder claimed to have primed the engine, but no oil was observed reaching the rocker shaft. Nick suspects that something may have gone wrong during the priming process.

What could be causing the blockage?

—The cause of the blockage is not yet clear. It could be an issue with the camshaft drilling, the head gasket, or another component. Further troubleshooting is necessary to identify and resolve the issue.

What could happen if the blockage is not resolved?

—If the oil delivery issue is not resolved, the rocker shaft, springs, and push rods may not receive proper lubrication, leading to potential engine damage and decreased performance.

What will Nick do to fix the problem?

—Nick plans to investigate the oil delivery issue further by removing the rocker shaft and inspecting for any blockages. Once the cause is identified, appropriate measures will be taken to resolve the issue.

00:09Introduction to the engine setup and the issue at hand: lack of oil reaching the rocker shaft.

01:16Nick explains the importance of proper oil delivery and lubrication in the engine.

02:45Nick demonstrates the priming process and the lack of oil reaching the rocker shaft.

07:13Nick troubleshoots the issue by removing the rocker shaft and inspecting for blockages.

09:32Further investigation and troubleshooting are required to identify and resolve the oil delivery problem.