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Oil Pressure: Weights etc
Right now I run 15w40 cause its cheap and I have it laying around from truck oil changes.
That being said, it basically pegs the gauge when cruising and its just wasting power/generating heat. I would like to try 5w40 but AFAIK, that will just affect cold start pressures right? I would need to switch to a 5w30 area to see a lower pressure? |
you are right
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Yes, you should see lower pressure.
I don't know enough about oil weight requirements to give any useful info but I think there's information out there that can help you figure out what to run based on bearing clearances and such. |
From what I know about oil, you want to stay away from large-weight-range stuff when you have a tough environment for it to live in. A turbo'd LT1 qualifies. I'd try 10-30. It'll be more 'shear stable' than a 5-30, the oil pressure difference on startup between 5 weight and 10 weight would be negligible.
What's your hot oil pressure? Pinning the gauge? If so, I'd definitely try a 30 weight. |
Hot idle is prob round 35-40psi, again too much, but it makes me feel fuzzy inside.
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Hot idle for mine with 5w40 is in the 35-40 range which I'm fine with.
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Do you have the same pressure while cruising? (you and I have similar clearances I think) [I have a HV pump though]
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While cruising, I am in the mid 40's or so when hot. I am 60-70 when cold but not pegging the gauge. Keep in mind my cruising RPM may be significantly different from yours.
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75mph is 2500rpm for me, 65mph is 2200rpm.
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I'm below all of that in 6th. 1800 is around 65, 2000 at about 80. Prob lower since my tach is off by a couple hundred RPM.
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Hmn ok, I will toss some 30wt in and see how she does.
Lil scurred :lol: |
You should get a real gauge instead of trusting the factory stuff.
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Synthetic blend? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Shell-Rote...-gal./20573564 So much fancy |
That should work, rotella is good stuff.
Also: High roller turbo build? Put a gauge on it! |
I have no where to place an oil gauge nor do I really want that hassle. Like I said gauge is a yes or no kinda indicator.
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A manual gauge in the cowl would tell you a whole lot about how great your factory gauge isn't.
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But it is. You are assuming you have too high oil pressure. You need to verify your cold and hot pressures with a gauge. You don't need a $300 gauge. A parts store mechanical gauge would be a viable option to verify your actual pressures. You are also chasing loss of power....you haven't even got the car to go down the track 100%. I'm all for doing things for longevity etc. I just don't want you to waste lots of time here when other things need more immediate attention.
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All of the gauges are significantly off. Everyone knows the fuel level gauge is a joke. M6 guys know the tachs are off. It is what it is. Stick a real gauge on there and see what it is actually doing.
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A basic mechanical gauge is a good idea. Can't identify if there is an issue without good information.
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I am very very apprehensive about a cheapo mechanical gauge, as its a plastic hose in an engine bay filled with things anxious to melt it and burn my car down.
If you think we can make a nice gauge under the cowl, and use SS braided to the port, I am all for it. And what makes you think I am chasing power? Just don't wanna use molasses if I don't have to. |
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Either way it will be better than stock. |
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