hey iv ebenn using carb and choke cleaner to start-up my rebuild since i got ti back. the builder used the same stuff, then today someone gave me a lecture about it saying itills **** up the internals. Please just reassure me that its ok.

 

I have heard to avoid it on a regular basis. Why do you need to use it?

 

maybe for one or 2 starts but using it on a regular basis is not good. it srips all the lubrication off of the internals during cranking so obviously it is not good to use on a regular basis.

 

you shouldent have to use starting fluid to start the rebuild.. try starting it with a really good charge battery

 

Well ill stop now and buy some starter fluid. Im using a brand new fully charged battery and still need fluid to start it after sitting a few days.

 

i used carb cleaner to clean the gunk off of my rims... works perfect

why not just drive around in it alot, just add some miles to help the break in?

 

because NYC insurance is ******* insane and i wont be able to afford it for a while longer. the most i drive it now is around my block at 3-4am since it has no plates or insurance.

 

If the rebuild was done correctly it should start without carb cleaner or starting fluid. If you suspect its not turning over fast enough you might need more than a battery. If your engine builder has to use carb cleaner or starting fluid on ever rebuild I'd consider someone else on your next rebuild. Occasionally you might need a little help but not on ever engine.

 

You shouldnt need to use it on a regular basis on a rebuild...

 

Its not every time i start it, its just after sitting 3-4 days in the cold. IS that not normal? Once Ii run it for the day, it will start up no problem the rest of the day and sometimes the next morning if i ran it the night before. It was rebuilt with brand new housings and mazda seals. You think it will get better when I install my msd?

 

it should start up after sitting for 3-4 days