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It uses multiple pumps and a secondary oil reservoir.

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Q: What is a dry sump lubrication system?
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How much oil in a Porsche 993?

The dry-sump lubrication system on a Porsche 993 has a capacity of approx. 10.5 quarts.


Four advantages of a dry sump lubrication system compared to wet sump?

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Why do harleys have an oil tank?

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What is gravity feed lubrication?

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What are the Advantages of wet sump systems and dry sump systems?

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What are some unique features of the Bugatti Veyron?

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How much oil does a manual transmission in a corvette Z06 take?

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