Re: Packard TSB 56T-20 - Low Oil Pressure

Posted by Bowman Davis On 2009/10/28 22:28:03

I'll try the extra quart of oil first. I also did an oil change, although the oil looked good as new and went to Rotella 15/40 after I first heard the lifter clatter or whatever it was. It quietened it down some but, I don't know if it was because it liked the Rotella better or if the oil had thinned out too much, even though it looked good and there was no debris in the old oil when I drained it.And the filter looked good as new and there was no dirt or anything (metal shavings, etc) in the hole at the top of the drain plug. But, I will pull the pan and see what, if anything is in there.

PackardV8, I missed your one note regarding the pan.

I doubt it has ever been pulled but, no way of knowing for sure. I know of no reason unless the other owner had engine problems which I doubt, because there is no indication the head heads or head bolts were removed, the paint is still good and no wrench marks anywhere, unless the mechanic doing the work was the most conscientious one to ever pick up a tool.