dcamcoTII

I was just wondering what needs to be done before I attempt to crank the motor for the first time (assuming everything has been assembled, and fluids filled). Thanks,

scathcart

Crank the motor with the EGI fuse pulled to build oil pressure. Then, cross fingers and go.

banzaitoyota

Jumper the fuel injector harness Yellow plug,pass side, to prime injectors

Wankel7

Atkins Rotary told me not to do that. Crank the engine over with out it trying to fire. Not sure the logic. Drop them an email. I am sure they have a qualified reason.

James

banzaitoyota

Hmm, differnece of opinion amongst engine builders PINEAPPLE vs. Atkins

Wankel7

Intresting....well out of curiosity I will drop them an email and askfor the reason

James

copandengr

Be sure to keep the revs up over 2,000RPM for two minutes to make sure the camshaft and lifters get proper lubrication.

jb4bama

Good Luck starting your engine. I just installed an Atkins Rotary myself. I only have 150 miles on the new, but it runs well, and I am trying to work out some kinks.

Other than what you listed, there is nothing really that I can think of that I did. Make sure the timing, etc has been done, and that your battery has a good charge to turn it over.

I followed the advice of Atkins and did not crank with the fuse pulled. Everything went fine with that. I would do what the warranter requests.

Wankel7

Glad you went with Atkins. They are a great company to work with! Two year warrenty is nice.

James

banzaitoyota

5 Year is better!!! , I talked to Atkins, just wasn't as comfortable with them as I was with Rob @ Pineapple.

Cameljoe

LOL

Wankel7

Five year warrenty? Are you serrious?

Got an email back from Atkins on why they say that....

"James,
Every builder does things a little different. We prime the oil pump and have
lube in the bearings so priming is not needed.
Kathy"

James

banzaitoyota

YEP, and pineapple uses NEW housings!