JMO.... but i think you're ok to just start it up and run it! i dont see much point in turning the engine over without the coil being in because everythings isnt going to run dry over that period of time... the reason you prime the oil pump before you start it . is because everything is dry.. all the internals have been taken out cleaned and gone through so you get the oil going through by priming it . then you should be good to go! again JMO