---- Tom Hargrave <thargrav@HIWAAY.NET> wrote:
> Yep, install a pressure gauge to monitor the oil pressure. Once you
> understand what the pressure is doing you can make some informed decisions.
>
> For example, if its low across all ranges then maybe you need a full rebuild
> or maybe just the oil pump needs replaced. I'd try the oil pump first - it's
> a cheaper solution.
>
> If the pressure only drops at high temperatures or after running hard on the
> interstate then the solution is a thermostatically controlled oil cooler or
> if the wasserbox engine still retains the same style oil cooler as the air
> cooled, make sure the cooler is not plugged up with road dirt and grime.
> I've seen a plugged oil cooler cause a over-heat problem on at least a dozen
> air cooled VW engines.
>
> If adding a oil cooler, you need the thermostat control because running oil
> too cold is almost as bad as running oil too hot.

tencentlife is my recommendation.   mcneely