Turbosmart OPR Turbocharger Oil Pressure Regulator
The Turbosmart OPR V2 is the world’s first returnless regulator that achieves target oil pressure through Turbosmart’s patent pending flow control strategy.
2000-2003 Toyota 4.7L Tundra & Sequoia Oil Pressure Gauge Reads Low
Affects 2000-2003 model year Sequoia and Tundra vehicles produced BEFORE the VINs shown below: MODEL STARTING VIN Tundra 5TBBT44112S314095 Sequoia 5TDZT38AOZS117526 1. Verify that the NEW parts are built after the Manufacturer’s Sender Case production date, as identified below. 2. Replace the Oil Pressure Sender. 3. Verify proper operation of the Oil Pressure Gauge. Some
Stuck Oil Pressure Relief Valve on 2001-
With a stuck oil pressure relief valve, the oil pressure is not regulated as it is supposed to be, resulting in possible low oil pressure and engine damage due to oil starvation. Note: this bulletin applies to vehicles/engines built prior to January 1, 2002 equipped with a Chrysler 3.3L or 3.8L engine. When a short-block
Oil Pressure Regulator Valve Caution on 1984-’96 Nissan 3.0L Non-Turbo Engines
When installing a new replacement cylinder block/engine in a Nissan 300 ZX non-turbo car equipped with the 3.0L VG30 engine you’ll notice the new block/engine assembly comes with two blind plugs installed in the oil filter bracket boss on the engine block. The original engine that is removed from the vehicle has two oil pressure
Eliminating The Low Oil Pressure Gremlin
Whether you’re a Production Engine Remanufacturer (PER) or a Custom Engine Builder (CER), this issue has shown up in yourwarranty or complaint area like the nasty gremlin that it is. So let’sgo on a journey and see what you think. "Low Oil Pressure" is the frightening gremlin of which I speak! Here isthe situation: your
Loss of Oil Pressure on Audi 2.8L Engines
Condition Immediately after starting, the oil pressure warning light remains lit. Service Measure oil pressure. Vehicles with automatic transmission Remove the oil cooler line bracket to provide clearance for connecting the VAG 1342 Pressure Tester. All vehicles Remove the 0.3 bar oil pressure switch (Figure 1). Install VAG 1342 oil pressure tester in place of
PERA’S Core Corner: No Tricks: Eliminating The Low Oil Pressure Gremlin
Since this is the month of screams and fright, of ghouls, goblins and gremlins (no, not the “classic” AMC car from the ’70s – although that was scary enough) I am taking the opportunity to try and help eliminate one of them. This month’s Core Corner is more about being helpful or informative rather than
Information regarding the oil pressure regulator valve on 1984-’96 Nissan 300ZX 3.0L non-turbo engines
Engine Builders: The following information regarding the oil pressure regulator valve on 1984-’96 Nissan 300ZX 3.0L non-turbo engines may be helpful for your installer customers. When installing a new replacement cylinder block/engine in a 300 ZX non-turbo car you’ll notice the new block/engine assembly comes with two blind plugs installed in the oil filter bracket
Diagnosing Oil Pressure Problems
Every engine requires a certain amount of oil flow to keep the bearings, camshaft, valvetrain and other moving parts lubricated. Oil forms a barrier that prevents metal-to-metal contact and reduces friction and wear within the engine. In the bearings, it forms a wedge that actually lifts and supports the crankshaft and camshaft as they rotate.
Moroso Chrysler Gen III Hemi Standard Volume High-Pressure Oil Pump
Moroso has introduced a Chrysler Gen III Hemi, ’09-Up standard volume, high pressure oil pump.
Risk vs. Reward: When it Comes to Oil Pumps, Knowing Whether to Reuse, Rebuild or Replace Can Be a High Pressure Proposition
Most engine builders appreciate how important good oil pressure is for proper engine lubrication and longevity. They also know that low oil pressure can cause engine noise, bearing failures and customer complaints that result in an expensive warranty claim.
Oil Pump Pressure vs. Flow
Melling technical director George Richmond talks about the difference between pressure and flow within an oil pump.
ACL Race Series Performance Oil Pumps
ACL Race Series oil pumps are designed with high-output and high-volume capabilities.
Aviaid Dry Sump Oil Systems
The company offers two basic pump designs (Series 1 and Series 2), and can customize them for the application.
Precision Racing Components’ 5-Stage Sprint Car Oil Pump
The unique pressure gear design along with true helical scavenge rotors make PRC oil pumps special.
Is Lower Viscosity Oil Better?
As OEMs continue to face pressure for better fuel economy, the recommended oil in vehicles continues to move toward lower viscosities. However, are those lower viscosities better for your engine? We discuss the differences in oil viscosity and how it helps your engine in this episode of AMSOIL Garage.
Barnes Systems’ 9117 Sprint Car Oil Pumps
The 9117 sprint car pumps are trusted and used by some of the top Sprint Car engine builders in the country.
Melling Hemi High-Volume Oil Pump
Melling’s Hemi 5.7L and 6.1L High-Volume Oil Pump provides 20% higher volume than stock.
Evasive Motorsports / ENEOS Oil Honda S2000RS Headed to 2023 Pikes Peak
Always excited to test its products at the highest level, ENEOS will again join brand ambassadors Dai Yoshihara and Evasive Motorsports at the annual Race To The Clouds. The legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) takes the team to the 14,115ft summit, tackling 156 challenging turns over the 12.42-mile course. Previous attempts saw the team claim
FRAM Launches New Premium Oil Filter
FRAM®, has announce the launch of a new and innovative premium oil filter exclusively at Walmart, FRAM Synthetic Endurance™. FRAM Synthetic Endurance™ is a premium, high-flow synthetic oil filter that provides maximum protection and performance for up to 25,000 miles when paired with the appropriate synthetic motor oil. Engineered with a heavier steel construction, FRAM