Break In Instructions

[Blue Demon]

Has anyone posted a pdf or whatever of the break in pages out of the owner's manual? I would sure like to read them before taking delivery of my 2SS RS. I did a serach but it was about worthless. Thanks!

[ckaram]

Alright my brother, pardon any typos:

For the first 2414km or 1500 miles:

Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops
Do not exceed 4000 engine rpm
Avoid driving at any one cOnstant speed, fast or slow
Do not drive above 160km/h or 100mph

Avoid downshifting to brakE or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will exceed 4000 rpm
Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a stick, shift to the next lower gear. This applies at all times, not just during the break in period
Do not participate in racing events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during this break in period
Check engine oil with every re-fueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2414km /1500 miles
To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the first 322km/200 miles. New tires do not have maximum traction and may tend to slip.
New brake linings also need a break in period. Avoid making hard stops during the first 200 miles. This is recommended every time brake linings are replaced.
Should the vehicle be used for racing or competitive driving (after break in), please send $500 to ckaram and replace the rear axle lubricant beforehand. Paypal accepted.

TA DA!

[Blue Demon]

Thank you very much ckaram, I do appreciate it!!

[TheLazyBrownDog]

So does that $500 cover labor?!?!? ha

[ckaram]

Ahhhh, someone caught it! Yes, I'll toss the labor in!

[franknbeans]

1500 miles and not push the car to the limits???? Never gonna happen. LOL

[Rogue Leader]

Originally Posted by franknbeans

1500 miles and not push the car to the limits???? Never gonna happen. LOL

I made it about 500.... but then again i think I had a few pushes before lol.

[oachalon]

I made it to 100. Know a guy that builds race engines. He says everything is broken in within 20 minutes of driving and to have fun.

[SoloSK71]

And he is correct. Good or bad, how you drive your car in teh first few minutes will determine how your car performs. Now granted we are talking a difference of maybe 5% or so, but 447hp is better than 426 ...

- SK

[TooCool5]

I plan on driving mine for 3 hrs around town when picked up. A top engineer I knew said do this and it will temper all the steel properly for the ultimate break in.

[Roger Ramjet]

Originally Posted by TooCool5

I plan on driving mine for 3 hrs around town when picked up. A top engineer I knew said do this and it will temper all the steel properly for the ultimate break in.

You may want to google or wiki the temper process for steel. I subscribe to the Rapid Break-in technique by keeping cylinder pressure high.

[SirBrad]

The more I read tips on break-in, the more I realize nobody really knows or else there wouldn't be 500 different opinions.

[JohnnyBfromPeoria]

The more I read and experience, the more I plant myself in the high cylinder pressure/right off the bat, school for engines. It makes sense.

I'd heed the procedures regarding the brakes/tires, etc., though.

John B.

[SoloSK71]

Originally Posted by SirBrad

The more I read tips on break-in, the more I realize nobody really knows or else there wouldn't be 500 different opinions.

There are more than 500, yes.

There are ways to break in an engine that result in proven higher performance and a 'healthier' engine. Google "engine break in secrets" and read it. Then if you still want to call me mistaken thats fine. I have used this to break in my last four cars, as well as two motorcycles and many times have heard people who own the exact same car or cycle that mine "is just more powerful" ... I do not think I lucked into the 'perfect engine' on each and every one of them.

- SK