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daddy_o's_diner · 07-19-2010, 08:03 PM

Ok, I got the external coil wired up and installed a known good oil pressure gauge with new tubing running to it. I also filled the crankcase with 20-50 as suggested.

Upon start up I got 16 lbs @ idle (about 650-700 rpms) and 26 lbs @ 2000 rpms. Pressures were slightly lower when engine warmed up.

No knocking just and ignition miss and a couple exhaust leaks -

Is this sufficient oil pressure to get me through until winter? I will then decide to throw in a later flattie or an early OHV V8 (remember, I am one of those damn hot rodders - LOL).

Thanks again for all your suggestions.

Dave

07-19-2010, 08:03 PM	#14
daddy_o's_diner Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Midland, MI Posts: 13	Re: '34 21 stud - no oil pressure Update 7/17 Ok, I got the external coil wired up and installed a known good oil pressure gauge with new tubing running to it. I also filled the crankcase with 20-50 as suggested. Upon start up I got 16 lbs @ idle (about 650-700 rpms) and 26 lbs @ 2000 rpms. Pressures were slightly lower when engine warmed up. No knocking just and ignition miss and a couple exhaust leaks - Is this sufficient oil pressure to get me through until winter? I will then decide to throw in a later flattie or an early OHV V8 (remember, I am one of those damn hot rodders - LOL). Thanks again for all your suggestions. Dave Last edited by daddy_o's_diner; 07-19-2010 at 09:05 PM.