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Subject:Re: new bearings but no change in oil pressure
From:Stan Wilder
Date:Sun, 15 Jul 2001 01:27:18 -0500

Replace the $5.00 sending unit first. You should also test with a manual
(non electrical) type gauge at the sender port.

On Sat, 14 Jul 2001 22:39:25 -0500 Doug Mahone <mahoner3@POPMAIL.COM>
writes:
> 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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