Re: Oil Pump Rebuilding Options?

Posted by TxGoat On 2024/6/26 7:03:45

Adding a pint of STP will support oil pressure and help keep the oil pump and lifters primed. If your engine has a floating oil screen, be sure that the pivot joint is not allowing air to be drawn in along with the oil.

Dashboard gauges, as a rule, are not very accurate.

Be sure idle speed is not below spec, and be sure operating temperature is within the normal range.

The exterior of the engine and transmission need to be kept reasonably clean, which will help cooling. Anything that restricts air flow in the under-hood area can contribute to higher oil temperatures. Added accessories, added dual exhaust, and debris build up around the oil pan and front cross member can all cause oil to run hotter. The radiator needs to be clean inside and out. The correct fan and proper fan belt tightening are essential. Slipping fan belts do not always squeal.
Radiator cores can accumulate a lot of small insects, grass seeds, and so forth in the core air passages.