Getting low oil pressure at idle. 15 to 25 at 200 degrees. Cold start is 75 to 80 psi. Compression is good on all cylinders. Truck has 140000 miles on it. I do get ticking sound on it at idle, don't know if lifters or valve train. Want to change oil pressure relief valve but can't find one. Any help will be appreciated.
Low oil psi
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Low Oil Pressure
I'm thinking this isn't good at all, but just wanted some feedback Changed the oil in the truck the other day and drove her to town in stop and go traffic. Then noticed that the oil pressure is low 15psi when at operating temp of 180 plus, it was more like 200 in the traffic. When moving the...
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Hahah! I just went theu that thread too (great minds) and this one makes sense
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Low Oil Pressure
Normal oil pressure on 0W-40 w/M1-204 Filter; 2005-2006: 60-80 Cold Idle, 25-35 PSI Hot Idle, 70-80 PSI Cruising Speeds Hot Idle= 200+ Oil Temp EXACTLY where mine is, thanks, at least something is going right lately:D
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Its good info also !Hahah! I just went theu that thread too (great minds) and this one makes sense
Low Oil Pressure
Normal oil pressure on 0W-40 w/M1-204 Filter; 2005-2006: 60-80 Cold Idle, 25-35 PSI Hot Idle, 70-80 PSI Cruising Speeds Hot Idle= 200+ Oil Temp EXACTLY where mine is, thanks, at least something is going right lately:D
Sometimes a new oil filter helps. Maybe worn bearings. 140k should get a medal for that distance without hand grenading. My truck has 79k on it and is now on 3rd engine. Last one still had hone marks in the bore
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