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Steve83

The list is almost endless because you haven't supplied enough info about the truck. It needs to be in your signature so we can always see it. Click this & read the caption:


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Pinto-150

Actually, rod side clearance has a greater effect on oil pressure than the rod bearings do.

wde3477

Suggest to ensure you're running a good oil filter - the Motorcraft FL-1A is a good standard go-to - for less pressure drop than the Prontos or other cheapies. Make sure you're running the correct multi-weight oil for ambient temperatures. Other than that, older Fords were notorious for low pressure readings - whether this is real or a gauge problem - dunno. As long as it's not knocking or clacking, I'd roll with it.

Steve83

Ford faked-out the oil pressure gauge in '87 due to too many dumb customers complaining about insignificant fluctuations. Any needle position other than low-peg indicates sufficient pressure. Any movement that doesn't go to low peg indicates electrical problems - not oil pressure.


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This chart shows the oil weights by climate:


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