Re: [Chrysler300] Oil pump removal

["Karl Peterson" <longrammopar@xxxx>]

That does seem to be the general consensus, along with replacing the 10/40 
in there with some straight weight 30 (is 40 ok?). I've received some very 
good and also quite interesting information on this subject.

It never ceases to amaze me as to just how little I actually know about 
these cars and related issues. I will endeavor to keep the list informed as 
to the results of the pressure gauge thingy, AFTER I change the oil.

Again, thanx to all that took the time to respond and contribute their 
information.

Karl
'61 300G


> From: moparted <moparted_70@xxxx>
> To: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [Chrysler300] Oil pump removal
> Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 07:14:03 -0700 (PDT)
>
> install a mechanical oil gauge to get a true reading
> and go from there .
>
> --- Karl Peterson <longrammopar@xxxx> wrote:
> > My service manual says I can remove the oil pump and
> > screen from the side of
> > the motor and NOT have to remove the pan? Is that
> > right?
> >
> > I am getting a drastically reduced oil pressure
> > after the motor warms up and
> > need to check the pump and screen before I consider
> > looking at main bearings
> > and the like. After warmed up the gauge indicator
> > sits right on the lower
> > limit line of the "normal operating range", where
> > when first started up,
> > rises to the upper mid-range portion of the gauge.
> >
> > It's been doing this for some time now and I am just
> > getting a bit
> > concerned. I use SAE 10/40 oil and changing the oil
> > made no difference.
> > Any hints or suggestions?
> >
> > Karl
> > 61 300G
> >
> >
> >
> >
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