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Offline TheHulk

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Valve Lubrication
« on: April 20, 2020, 01:03:06 PM »
I am rebuilding the top end of my 77 CB550F. After I lap the valves, does it matter what I lubricate the valve stems with? I have heard "Engine Assembly" lube, but I don't have any on hand at the moment. I have White Lithium Grease and General Purpose oil on hand. Will either of these harm any components?

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Offline bryanj

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Re: Valve Lubrication
« Reply #1 on: April 20, 2020, 01:03:46 PM »
Oil not grease
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