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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 10:33 AM
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Anyone had this before new engine done about 50 miles very low oil pressure see photo's does anyone recognise the pump?


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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 10:47 AM
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Have you tried using engineers blue, to check that the cover and the pump are sealing?
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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 11:59 AM
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have you checked it with a proper oil pressure tester...not just the in car gauge? what pressures are you seeing? who built engine...were all clearances checked correctly?
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