runamuck

Removed and sat for 3 months. When I reassembled the pressure reading was substancially lower(25PSI) than prior to disassembly.I have removed the line and guage a second time. cleaned guage and blew out the line and reassembled again. It has improved the pressure reading to approx. 40 PSI
but this is still lower than the original readings of 55-60 prior to disassembly.
I am going to try this for a while to see if the reading improves. Anyone have this happen to them? Any advice to pass on to a frustrated old Guy? :mad :confused: :banghead:

GDaina

are you running a plastic or steel line?

cardo0

Really need a calibrated gauge to compare readings against each other. Sounds like you have a mechanical gauge and run the oil at full press into the console. Yes it could be a blocked/clogged/bent line. Guess the cheapest place too start is new/straight line. Now you’d be surprised how high a pressure the small plastic/nylon tubing is rated. For ¼” over 100 psi and the smaller stuff (1/8”) is rated even higher. But I never know when some generic imported material will make me a liar.
Best bet would be to locate a reliable gauge and measure directly for comparison. A new gauge is nice but I still like to verify with the certified calibrated piece. I don’t expect a calibration company would be a cheap alternative but then if your really worried and just have to get it right. Not a bad idea really when installing new equipment.
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runamuck

Plastic line. Pressure seams to be climbing each time I start the engine. Up to 45 PSI now. Thanks :cheers: :grouphug:

runamuck

Thanks for the input. I'll try and do exactly that and let you know how I make out Regards Runamuck :yesnod: :thumbs:

redwingvette

I repalced mine with a copper line. Plastic lines kink easy and crush when they are tightened after a couple of times.

conway62

Had a similar problem on my BB. I changed the line to steel. No more problem.

pws69

I hope you are aware that copper can be more problematic than plastic - neither are great! Summit sells a braided line that I plan on replacing mine with this winter. Supposed to be THE way to go.