Hi Steve,
Once all the plumbing has been connected up (oil and water etc), and your ready to crank, pull out the HT lead from the dizzy.
Do you have an oil pressure gauge fitted, if not get one as it will help. Crank over the engine for about 2-3 seconds - this will allow the oil pump to pump oil around the engine while not worrying about the engine running.
Watch the pressure gauge, the needle should be up to minimum operating pressure after about 3 seconds of cranking. Once the gauge reads correct, check oil levels, as now you have probably filled the oil filter, lines, cooler or whatever you have fitted. Top up if necessary. Also, and this is very important, check for any leaks (a mate of mine filled his 350 chev up only to realize that the sump plug wasnt in - 5 litres of oil all over the floor!)
Now your ready to start the engine - connect back in the HT lead, and start the engine. The metal parts have now been pre-lubed succesfully and no damage should occur.
Run car for about 1000kms with standard manufacturers recommended weight of mineral oil, then drain, replace filter, and run of equivalent weight of fully synthetic, or synthetic blend (gives better protection and lubricity, and wont break down as readily under severe conditions) - Motul or Mobil 1 would be my choice here.
During this period check oil colour and level every 200 kms or every couple of days, constantly check for leaks as seals dry out, get damaged or arent seated properly. If the oil is looking too dark, then replace it and run new oil - this could be a sign of something amiss. Also, check exhaust emissions for badly worn oil rings or valve guide seals.
I hope this helps.
Cheers,
Tricky
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