Okay, who has the URL of the story to 'fix' oil pressure problems?
Someone posted it awhile back -- out of East Texas I think. It was hoot!
Something to do with duct tape and the gauge. Where did it go?
Newsletter editors take note!
Bob Allen, Kansas City, '69CGT, '75TR6
Mark Endicott wrote:
>
> I remember a thread on this subject recently but none of the posts seem
> to fit my situation. Here is the story..
>
> The engine is reported to have 24000 original miles, I can't confirm
> this but it sure is strong. The compression is 180 lbs in all cylinders
> and all looks good. Fresh Castrol 20W50 and filter with no change. The
> engine temperature is a consistent 170 degrees. But the oil pressure at
> startup is 80 lbs., let it run a few miles and the idle pressure drops
> only to 40+ lbs. Any increase in engine speed and the pressure goes to
> 80 and stays there. I have confirmed the readings with a different SW
> pressure gauge so I believe the Smith's.
>
> I am not terribly concerned but it just seems high. I would expect idle
> at about 20 and hot and hard on it maybe 60+. Could this be an
> indication of a problem or am I just paranoid?
>
> Mark (again)
> 70 Midget
> Nashville
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