Hi Tim,
You are okay. That is very normal for the oil pressure to drop at
idle. The little pump just can't keep up when idling so the pressure
drops off. Your engine also doesn't require as much pressure in the
idle mode. I wouldn't worry about it.
Rick
Tim & Brigitte wrote:
>
> What does it generally mean if my oil pressure gauge drops from an average
> reading of 40-50 lbs/0" to +-20 lbs/0" at normal idling speed. Also pressure
> climbs to 60 lbs/0" at higher reves?
>
> What is most likely worn & how do I replace it.
>
> Thanx in Advance
>
> Tim
>
> tim-brig@eas.za.net
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