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Old Jan 25, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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hey guys, I just installed a mechanical oil pressure guage off the filter mount. the question is, I have about 80lbs cold and once semi warmed up about 160 degrees the oil pressure is about 35....that sound right to you guys?.....I think its fine...........Dallas
 
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Old Jan 25, 2008 | 10:03 PM
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thats right where it is supposed to be. the one on the dash is computer generated off the oil pressure switch.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 01:23 AM
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Yeah ... if weather permits, I'll be replacing that switch tomorrow. [:@]
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:11 AM
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thanks guys, my sensor went out so I thought I would just monitor it manually.....Dallas
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:27 AM
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same for me 80 cold 30+ when running but can go as low as 20 when hot and idling
 
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