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79 Chevy 350 V8 that has been rebuilt warm idle oil pressure is 5 to 10 psi will thicker oil help I have 10w40 in it now the oil light doesn't come on but does work?
10 lbs. of oil pressure at an idle is not uncommon for a 350 if the idle is low . what does it do at 30 mph. or more ? that is where you should be concerned. if the pressure is around 40-50 lbs. at 50 mph. it's ok.
What are the symptoms of a oil pump going out in a dodge caravan?
Low oil pressure or fluctuating oil pressure.
At 30mph you have about 20 to 25 psi oil pressure on a rebuilt 350 v8 at 190 degrees is this normal?
No, that's not normal. And if you plan to keep it for a long time, it would be a good idea to investigate the cause of the low oil pressure. that oil pressure isn't real bad, but it is a little low, what is it at 50 mph, does it rise.? it should be around 35 to 50 lbs. at 50 mph. it may improve as the engine wears in.
What should you check if you have high oil pressure in a 82 Chevy 350?
the weight of oil that is in the motor...10w-30 is more than enough, if the oil was changed and say 20w-50 oil was put in then your oil pressure is going to be higher...the oil is thicker or heavier
Oil pressure fluctuates on a Toyota Tacoma?
The oil pressure gauge is going to fluctuate on a Toyota Tacoma or any automobile. The oil pressure is less when the auto is idling and more when the auto is going down the road.
Why does your oil pressure read high when going over 70mph?
because you are going over 70. High rpm will give higher oil pressure.
My 1966 Mustang 289 gets as low as 0 oil pressure at 70 mph why?
Low of the proper amount of oil. Oil pump is defective. Oil pressure sending unit it defective. Gauge, if equipped, is defective.
What is the ideal oil pressure for a sbc 350?
Oil pressure should be 40 to 50 psi
To locate leaks which of the following should be built up in all part of the system the heat the pressure or the oil pressure?
the pressure
Where is the oil pump located on a 98 cadillac catera I have a drop in oil pressure when I am going 15 to 20 mph It drops so low the light comes on could this be my problem or is it something else?
If your oil pressure light comes on when the temperature shows high and pressure shows low, may be partly due to too thin oil. If you are using 5W-30 change to 10W-40 during warm weather, the light will not come on with the high oil temperature.
Where is the oil pressure switch located on a 2004 Chrysler pacifica?
The oil pressure switch is located on the oil filter adapter. Find the oil filter and you should see the oil pressure switch.
What is the oil pressure on a 88 ford bronco?
Oil pressure varies but should normally be around 40psi
