At least on Spridgets, 75psi is the pressure at which the pressure release
valve opens. So it is quite normal to a have a cold oil pressure of
75psi. It should go down considerably when the engine warms.
Ulix
On Wed, 10 Sep 1997, Tyson Sherman wrote:
> After reading the oil pressure threads, I realize that mine isn't
> quite that high (although isn't bad either). So I notice that the
> oil pressure relief valve/spring wasn't replaced during the rebuild.
> So begin to unscrew the valve plug, but being 10:30 pm decide
> not to do it, and put it back in.
> Today, when driving the car (when relatively cold) the gauge
> shoots up to ~75psi (the "5" on the 72-76 gauges)". Should
> I still replace the valve/spring, or is this good (haven't driven it
> for a long while yet-but will tomorrow).
> Tyson
> 76 B
>
Ulix __/__,__
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