3rd Gen / L98 Engine Tech 1982 - 1992 Engine Related

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Old Jul 18, 2005 | 03:08 PM
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Re: Need some major advice

Originally Posted by f-bodybuilder
How long do engines generally last once the bearings start going bad?

+ one.. im getting this bad bearing sound. and my oil pressure gos down at idle
Old Jul 23, 2005 | 07:46 PM
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Re: Need some major advice

I would put some heavier wait oil in like 10w40 or staight 50 weight or put a additive in like Lucas Oil Treatment. That should increase your oil pressure and get you by for quite a while. The standard for RACE motors is 10 psi for every 1000 rpm, so you should be fine.

As for your tranny. I agree with getting a salvaged tranny and shopping around to get the swap done. Of course, what happened to the days of swapping out a tranny in the drive way with a couple guys and some hand tools, all to be able to race that night.
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