oil pressure loss
04-26-2005, 09:14 AM
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oil pressure loss
When I start my car my oil pressure is at like 35psi. As the car warms up and runs for a bit it keeps dropping. Sometimes at idle im only getting like 10psi and doesnt go up as much with rpm as it should. Anyone have any ideas? If i wiggle the sender the guage does move a bit.
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04-26-2005, 09:24 AM
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Re: oil pressure loss
I would check to make sure the sender is tight and the wiring good, but you may want to attach a mechanical gauge and see if it is correct. 10 PSI is almost way too low I dont like less than 15 to 20 at idle.
04-26-2005, 10:34 AM
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Re: oil pressure loss
You might try using some good ole 10w30-40 dino to see if it makes any difference. Using a 5w-30 syn or the like might not be the optimum type given the advanced age of your engine. JMHO 
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