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Old 05-29-2012, 03:40 PM   #3
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Default Re: Full-Flow Oil-Filter Kit from "Motor City Flatheads"

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I have a '53 Ford flathead V8. When I overhauled the engine I installed the Full-Flow kit. I had to modify the oil pan to except the new pump and hose going thru side of oil pan, went fine as per instructions. I mounted spin-on oil filter in its original spot on head after adapting bracket. Primed system and it worked great. Car sat for awhile, (winter) and when I started it up no oil pressure. I'm wondering if there should have been a check valve between the pump and oil filter? If anyone could shed some light on this it would be greatly appreciated
Sincerely, Crunch
Have you checked to see if you don't have a faulty oil pressure sending unit or gage?
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