skaterz28

what is my oil pressure supposed to run at?
when i first start my car (and its cold) it runs @ like 40psi
then after it gets hot @ idle it goes down to 22psi is this normal?
i have custom gauges so i dont know if its just the gauge?

tanker

its a bit low. Should be around 35 at idle worm, 50 cruising. Also depends on what oil you are using. Thicker oil reduces oil pressure

skaterz28

hey thanks for the info what oil should i use i have about 50000 miles on my car

tanker

I use for winter time- 5w30, summer- 10w30 semi syntetic oil. 50k miles is not much for LT1. This is my way, everyone has their own way taking care of engine.

RCF925

skaterz28, Your oil pressure is normal, Don't worry about it. I've had 4 Z28's and the pressure is where yours is on a stock motor

Tony Danza

I dont see how thats true. Maybe a typo?

MEAN LT1

Yea...thats wrong, thicker oil will increase oil pressure not the other way around.

S.J.S.

Hey Skater.....that is totally normal. WHen you say 40 psi cold and 22 warm, I'm assuming your talking about being at idle.

skaterz28

yeah thats @ idle it goes up some when i start driving
hey thank guys for all the info i was kinda worried about it