In a message dated 04/27/2004 4:20:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
kinderlehrer@comcast.net writes:
> Can I remove the pressure relief valve and clean it up easily or is that a
> major operation?
Fred sent me the info, so I to you...
1 1/8" deep socket or small wrench ... don't disturb the smaller locknut and
adjustment screw. About 3 minutes (not including the soak time). I've tried
it, maybe the soak time (~1/2 hour) wasn't enough. It made no difference in my
vehicle. At cold idle=60psi, hot idle~20psi, highway speed ~40psi. I seem to
remember higher until I switched to the Castrol 20W/50 from Pennzoil 50. I will
more likely switch back next oil change. This vehicle has the original 83mm
pistons and probably has not had any bottom end work. At nearly 70K miles.
Best Regards,
Ed (58 TR3A)
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