My main concern would be putting too much of a load on the gear that drives the
pump (and distributor). I've heard they
can wear prematurely and even fail if the load (resistance, torque) is too
great.
Bob
On 5/1/2011 12:37 AM, Oudesluys wrote:
> The 70psi oil pressure should not present a problem, not on the bypass valve
>for the filter either as this operates as
> a differential valve. Even if the by pass valves would open it will only be
>very slight and the main quantity of oil
> will pass through the filter.
> However check with a good oil pressure gauge, preferably properly calibrated.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
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