Another storage question...

[Muad'Dib]

After i assemble the block with the crank, pistons, rods, cam, timing oil pan etc ... can it be stored without the head on it so i can start saving again to invest whatever money i need to into the head? Or does it all need to be done at once?

[SilverXJ]

You can store it. Just put assembly lube on what needs to be lubed. I also like Crane's cam lube for the lifter lobes. Just put a big trash bag over it and make sure everything has a light coat of some form of oil to protect from rust.

[Mgardiner1]

yeah something like "Fluid film" or anything that is designed to keep exposed metal from rusting. WD40 works good, but needs to be re-applied occasionally