While Bob can probably give you the best answer, you need to also tell us about the installation. Also, AFAIK, Bob does not preload the valves. Some adjustments will need to be made after the initial break-in period. The bostonengine.com site has some articles on new engine break-in and the valve issues. -Karl > Dear Listees: > > I have a Rebuilt 1.9 with new heads from Boston Bob. It has 2,000 miles > > on it. I use it only on weekends, and everytime I start it after it has > > sit for a week I get heavy Oil smoke for about 30-45 seconds. Now if I > was in NY and fighting the Nile River Virus I wouldn't be concerned, but > > in the pristine mountains of NC, I don't like it a bit. > > Any suggestions?? It has done it since I put the new engine in. > > davidb > '84 yellow suitcase >
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