Workshop Manual

EPA07/10 DD PLATFORM WORKSHOP MANUAL - ENGINE

42.3.3 General Inspection

Check all machined surfaces for nicks or burrs that could affect the ﬁt of mating parts. Clean

up as necessary by stoning. Also inspect all tapped holes for thread damage and re-tap or install

helical thread inserts as necessary. Replace any loose or damaged dowel pins.

42.3.4 Rust Preventi on

After inspection, if the cylinder block is not to be used immediately, spray the machined surfaces

with engine oil.

NOTICE:

Castings free of grease or oil will ru st when exposed to the

atmosphere. Rust on machined surfaces may result in leaka ge.

If the block is to be stored for an extended period of time, spray or dip it in a polar-type rust

preventive such as "Tectyl® 502-C" from Valvoline Oil Company (or equivalent).

Tectyl® is a registered trademark of Ashland Oil, Inc.

All information subject to change without notice.