Hot VW's had a question like this in their tech article about a month ago.
It turns out that the person used the wrong thickness oil pump gasket. Try
changing that first.
Peace,
Peder
'84 Westy
----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Mahone" <mahoner3@POPMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Saturday, July 14, 2001 10:39 PM
Subject: new bearings but no change in oil pressure

> I was very surprised to see the oil pressure warning light come on
> after installing new main, rod and cam bearings.  It came on after
> driving it on the highway for a few minutes.  It only comes on at ide
> and goes off as soon as I step on the gas.  Just like before.  I have an
> 80 Vanagon and I am using Castrol 20W50 Syntec.  There's only two
> things left to consider.  Either I will have to buy a new oil pump or
> switch to straight SAE 40 oil.  I'll try the oil tomorrow, but I may just
> replace the pump anyway.  Has anyone ever replaced an oil pump
> without removing the engine?  I think I can do it if I remove the fan
> assembly and engine bearer while supporting the engine with a jack.
> Wish me luck.
> Doug
> 80 Vanagon
>
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