Engine block done... Heads done... Crank done... - how to protect them?

[72Charger-SE]

Ok...

I have the 440 Block back from the engine shop after it was bored .030. (tightly wrapped in plastic and on the engine stand)
I have the Steel Crank (tightly wrapped in plastic)
Today I am picking up the 452 Heads that were completely redone with hardened valve seats. (tightly wrapped in plastic).

What should I treat these items with to prevent rust, corrosion, or other bad things from happening?  I plan to build the motor this winter however right now I am saving up the $ to buy the pistons. 

Thanks,
Chad

[Cooter]

Hit with WD-40..

[72Charger-SE]

Ok.  Do I keep them wrapped in plastic or is that not necessary once WD-40'd?

[Cooter]

Yes , but do every so often. I didn't and only sprayed once...sat for about 4 years and looked like had been drug up off Titanic...

[72Charger-SE]

Ok.  Fully coated top to bottom inside out, correct?

[nvrbdn]

yep, like cooter said. oil them down good and wrap them up. open them up every couple months and reshoot them well. you cant put too much on.

[72Charger-SE]

Ok..  Thanks... I will purchase a case of WD-40 in preparation...

[myk]

I don't know about you guys but I found myself having to spray every couple of weeks at least.  Hope you get those pistons soon....

[nvrbdn]

i guess it could depend on how humid your area is.

[Dmichels]

If your area is humid with temperature changes you need to store these items in a cool dry environment. WD40 is a poor choice for rust prevention. It evaporates leaving next to nothing. Plain old oil worls ok but it will run off the surface. Engine build lube stays in place so that is better. Machine shops have a spray on wax they use to "hold" parts so they do not rust, sorry I do not have the name. It works very well. Environment is the KEY issue here.
Dave

[72Charger-SE]

I live in Iowa...  some days it is 46 for a low and 98 for a high - like two days ago.     I am thinking it might be better to invest the $ in the hardware needed to finish the internals of the motor and get it sealed up in the next month or so.... 

[Dmichels]

sounds like Jersey weather.
Don't freek out just keep the parts well oiled. Keep in the most stable environment you have.
Dave