Oil pressure line
Team Owner
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Hi c0729,
You asked about normal oil pressure readings.
The 71 Owners Manual indicates that the pressure may depend on temperature and viscosity.
It goes on to state that with a warmed up engine readings of 30 to 40 psi may be considered normal during moderate road speeds of 35 to 40 mph.
Prolonged operation at higher speeds in hot weather may lead to somewhat lower oil pressure.
Hope this helps you make sense of what you're seeing.
Regards,
Alan
You asked about normal oil pressure readings.
The 71 Owners Manual indicates that the pressure may depend on temperature and viscosity.
It goes on to state that with a warmed up engine readings of 30 to 40 psi may be considered normal during moderate road speeds of 35 to 40 mph.
Prolonged operation at higher speeds in hot weather may lead to somewhat lower oil pressure.
Hope this helps you make sense of what you're seeing.
Regards,
Alan
Last edited by Alan 71; Nov 6, 2016 at 02:42 PM.
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