Subject: Re: Oil Pressure Relief Valve
Date: Sun, 17 Sep 2000 20:27:29 -0700
From: Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@home.com>
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To: Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@HOME.COM>
References: <39C3D681.7015560E@home.com>

Just a quick followup.  Thanks to those who responded to me
via
pmail.  The real trick was to let the engine block cool.
When
I tried unscrewing it this morning, no problem at all.

Dave Nadeau

Dave Nadeau wrote:

> Does anyone have any suggestions for or "been there, done
> that" cautions about removing the Oil Pressure Relief Valve
> on their engine?
>
> I've drained my oil, and the slotted head that I'd need to
> unscrew to get at the assembly won't budge.  Before I go do
> something stupid (=expensive), I thought I'd ask for some
> advice.
>
> The van's my daily driver...and I've done my daily driving.
> So, the engine is still warm, so I'll let it sit until
> tomorrow morning, and see if it will unscrew when the block
> is cold.
>
> Thanks for any ideas!
>
> Dave Nadeau
> '84 Westy
> Phoenix, AZ