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Old 03-20-2009, 09:11 PM
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Excessive oil pressure

Mentioned it in my other thread, but it didnt get much light. Cold start-up and driving, I read 75 psi. once it gets warms itll cruise around 50's or 60's. idle down to 30 or so.

Is this too high? should I switch to 5W20 instead of my 5W30? I dont like the high oil pressure
 
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Old 03-20-2009, 09:12 PM
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I'd rather have it like that than low.
 
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Old 03-21-2009, 12:54 AM
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me too, but its still kinda scary having that much pressure
 
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Nah - I've seen over 80 pounds in my time.
 
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Mod motors have higher base pressure. There is a restrictor in the cylinder heads which causes it.
 
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Old 03-21-2009, 08:03 AM
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Tsb 02-1-9 2

You should switch because of the TSB.



 



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