New rebuild, protection for long storage?

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arphole

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Hello,

I recently rebuilt a 5.0 ford for a project of mine. The chassis is being seam welded, caged etc. and the engine will most likely not be turned over for 6 to 10 months. Do i need to do something beyond the little bit oil oil I wiped on the cylinders to protect them? Is there something I need to do to make sure the engine doesn't corrode or go bad from long term storage?

 

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Rick 91GT

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Id release the pressure off the valve springs, spray so wd40 in the cylinders and install spark plugs. Tape off all openings good and double bag it tight. Having it stored with a dehumidifer would help too, moisture sucks. Then when you pull it out of storage make sure the motor is warm before you turn it over to help loosen the assembly lube...

 

Rick 91GT

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Id prefer to turn it over once in awhile as well...

 

Steve491

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Depends on where you store it. If it's outside you need to tend to that engine. If it's in a conditioned space (nice garage) don't worry about it.