Oil pressure sender failure
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Oil pressure sender failure
Just been out for a run in my Morris with recently rebuilt engine. Stopped for lunch and on restarting the oil pressure light was glowing brightly . I had fitted an oil pressure gauge, and was relieved to see it showing around 30 at tickover. Revving the engine a little increased the pressure to 60 and the lamp extinguished. I have ordered a new sender, but is it common for the sender to go miles out of spec in this way? Frightened the life out of me.
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- Minor Fan
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Re: Oil pressure sender failure
I have had this occur to me too.
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- Minor Legend
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Re: Oil pressure sender failure
I would recommend a pressure switch with a higher rating.
http://www.minispares.com/product/Class ... o%20search
Regards
Declan
http://www.minispares.com/product/Class ... o%20search
Regards
Declan
Regards
Declan
Re: Oil pressure sender failure
Thanks Declan, that's a good idea, but I was just wondering how it could suddenly change spec. Having googled the switches likely design it seems probable that the diaphragm has failed/pinholed. New sensor now fitted and problem resolved.
Cheers
Martin
Cheers
Martin