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E28 Oiling Problem
I have an '87 535 with an oiling problem. It takes 20-30 seconds after the motor starts to develop any oil pressure. When it does come up, it jumps suddenly to 40-50 psi. I am preparing to drop the pan for a look. does anyone have any suggestions or experience with this problem?
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01-27-2012, 08:48 AM
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In the shop at Pelican
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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Check the gauge and the sender first. The oil pump just doesnt kick on after 20-30 seconds, it runs the second you start the engine.
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01-30-2012, 08:39 AM
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Yes, I know. I'm afraid that the pressure relief valve that's built into the pump, or the chain is hosed. I bought a new guage to test this thing out, and I couldn't believe what I was getting either.
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01-30-2012, 09:07 AM
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In the shop at Pelican
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So you are reading this off an external gauge? Yeah, there's something up with the relief valve then.
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01-30-2012, 09:08 AM
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Thanks Jared. I appreciate your input.
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02-02-2012, 04:14 AM
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