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Re: [oletrucks] 46 high oil pressure on start

To: "Jim House" <jhouse@ccsolution.com>, <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] 46 high oil pressure on start
From: "W&D" <haist2@home.com>
Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2001 18:37:31 -0800
Question:
Wouldn't NH (and similar "cool" climates) be a good place to be using a
multi-vis like 5W-30 this time of year?

I run 10W-30 in my 216 out here on the left coast.
I like old mechanical technology but I'm happy to use modern lubrication
technology when I can.

Comments?
<><
Whitney Haist
Orinda, CA
Chevy Trucks: 2-'46s & a '39
www.jps.net/haist/artdeco.htm


----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim House" <jhouse@ccsolution.com>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, January 19, 2001 8:07 AM
Subject: [oletrucks] 46 high oil pressure on start


> I have replaced my head about 2 months ago (216 no modifications - just
add
> on oil filter).  Now that it is very cold out - the truck is stored
outside,
> when I start the truck the oil pressure goes to just under 30 lbs.  Then
> after 5 min or if I drive it 1/4 mile the pressure drops down to 7 - 10
lbs.
> I am using 30w oil (yes it is SJ - Bob).  Any ideas - is this an issue?
>
> Also, when I start the truck the 4 on floor is very stiff (frozen) then
> after a few miles is becomes loose.  During this start time it will NEVER
> grind the gears when I shift - but once warm I must shift very carefully
to
> avoided the grind.  Any ideas - is this an issue?
>
> I hope this hits the list I am having ISP trouble again.
>
>
> Thanks,
> Jim House
> 46 Chevy 3104
> Hollis, NH
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