Dimension
Well-Known Member
I am in the process of getting my block machined along with getting new values put into the heads of my 383. Unfortunately I had to get this done now with the car being most likely a year or more out from the body shop being done. What is going to be the best way to store all these parts so that they do not rust before I am ready to assemble it and drop it in? I live outside of Atlanta so humidity is an issue but will be storing these parts in my basement with a dehumidifier running. I have read where lots of people are soaking everything in WD40 and then putting a bag over it but leaving it open to allow it to breath. What I am not sure of is how are they getting the WD40 down the different water jackets and ensuring good coverage? Also when it comes to assembling are they just leaving the WD40 on it or are they washing it off with something before assembly? I was thinking about putting the motor together when I get it back with assembly grease but would that hold up until I can crack it in a year plus time frame or would it all leak down as if I used oil?