Well if George said use MMO then I have no question it will be fine. You have my buy in there.
Sure should be significantly less messy
(Side note: Roller bearing camshaft retainers may not have an oiling grove)
Edit: photo of roller cam retainer: This is the backside, one bearing assembly installs in the recess facing the block, another in front of it. Machining of the cam gear is required.
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I am looking forward to hearing your impressions of how the new engine performs compared to the older one.
Sorry for the HiJack!