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Old June 24th, 2011, 04:49 AM
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My oil light came on but plenty of oil and no leaks, wet engine or tapping. Light goes out when I rev engine. Sending unit or oil pump ?
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Old June 24th, 2011, 05:06 AM
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Sending unit, oil pump, or excessive bearing clearances. Hook a known good mechanical gauge to it and test pressure both cold and hot.
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Old June 24th, 2011, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by CQR
Sending unit, oil pump, or excessive bearing clearances. Hook a known good mechanical gauge to it and test pressure both cold and hot.

It was the sending unit. All better. Thanks, CQR !
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Old June 24th, 2011, 10:05 PM
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Mine did that. mech didn't put enough oil in, only 2 quarts
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