1973 Dodge Charger oil pressure

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STONE844
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1973 Dodge Charger V8 Two Wheel Drive Manual

what is the normal idling oil pressure for a new rebuilt 340 engine with a high volumm oil pump?
Mar 7, 2009 at 7:46 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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That would depend on how loose the engine was set up (bearing clearances) and what weight oil is being used.At idle hot, I would think 15+ psi is more than enough as long as it goes up with engine rpm's.
Mar 7, 2009 at 7:53 AM