Originally Posted By 6bblFLASH
Originally Posted By Raffaplymouth60
i have some question on oil pressure ...

oil pressure is :

cold engine idle 1350 rpm 65 psi rev over 3000 85 psi

warm engine idle 1350 rpm 25 psi rev over 3000 55 psi

in my old 496 was at 75-80 psi also at warm engine at wot

Remember ... i have _Milodon billet oil pump with external single line and GRP aluminium rod with rod clearance .0019"

i have restrictor of .040 on heads with TD rockers , the gauge pointer at warm engine at wot make a vibration at 55 psi

oil weight is Valvoline 10w60 Racing



55 lbs is enough,however I would think it would be higher too.

Relief spring adjustable?
How warm is warm temp. wise.?
Maybe try another oil filter just out of curiosity twocents
yes relief is adjustable with screw , warm temp is 180f, oil filter already changed


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