New Engine Sitting

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I like to roll stored engines over by hand, maybe once every 6 months. No need to run oil pump. The assembly lube will stay in place with just rolling by hand. I roll it over one or two revolutions, just so the piston rings don't sit in the same place in case any moisture does get in there. Then I fog cylinders and wait another 6 months. Whatever you're doing, I'm sure the engine will be fine.

Just tape off all entry points: intake ports, exhaust ports, etc. I like to use shrink-wrap tape as it is designed to not leave a residue even after long periods of time.