I looked in the manual for the break in for an engine with new pistons and sleeves. So i was just going by that. I think the manual states the whole test was something like 5 hours. I figure time in between doing things, set up and tear down of putting the truck on the dyno... it all takes time.
I was told you were a guru with the diesels, thats why I PM'ed you. I appreciate your help!
What is your suggestion on breaking in the engine on the dyno? Plan is now to towbar it to the dyno and strap it to the down. When it is strapped down, thats when we will fire it for the first time. I hear suggestions like some guys start them up, let them warm up and check for leaks for 3 or 4 minutes at a high idle and then put it under the heaviest load you can get. Now i don't have any diesel break in experience so I was just looking to follow the manual thinking it worked back then, so it must work now. Buuuut, that was then and this is now. Oils and materials change, etc which can effect the break in. What do you think we should do for the test/break in procedure. Thanks again for your input. Sorry if I ask a lot of questions. I just like to learn from people and take in what they have to say. I like knowing how things work and I think I know about how every part of this truck works. Scary! haha!