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Nov 25, 2008 | 01:46 PM

matt71

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Average Oil Pressure

I replaced my original OP gauge with a 0-100 PSI mechanical autometer gauge. I screwed out the original OP sending unit and ran my fitting from there. I am seeing around 60-70 Psi on start up (its been aroound 30 degrees here during the day). I am running a 203 stat, when its up to operating temp (right around the "R" on the temp gauge) i see around 20-25 Psi idleing. Just wondering if this is ok, and what the other guys with aftermarket gauges are seeing for oil pressure. thanks

Nov 25, 2008 | 01:51 PM

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I see exactly what you are describing. Mine is read from the plug I removed by the oil filter.

Nov 25, 2008 | 01:56 PM

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Your good to go. The LPOP specs out at:
10 psi minimum @ idle
40-70 @ 3K RPM

Low oil pressure is not a concern with our rigs, if the LPOP stops pumping the injectors stop firing.

Nov 25, 2008 | 02:00 PM

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mine starts cold around 35, idles at 20 or so, and then bumps to about 50-55 at higher rpms.

Nov 25, 2008 | 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by matt71

I see exactly the same #s

Isn,t the 203* stat awesome? I love it one of the best mods I think for the money.

Nov 26, 2008 | 07:20 PM

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Yes I love the 203 stat mod! One of the best ones i did. It takes a bit to warm up to temp, but once it gets there you cant leave the heater on high for very long!

Nov 26, 2008 | 07:31 PM

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Yes I love the 203 stat mod! One of the best ones i did. It takes a bit to warm up to temp, but once it gets there you cant leave the heater on high for very long!

Yeah that's for sure I also notice it runs sooo much better especially idling