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Cowracer
01-05-2004, 12:11
What is the normal outlet pressure of a funtioning lift pump? I am thinking of putting an oil pressure sending unit on my lift pump outlet to illuminate a lamp if I lose my lift pump, but I am not sure at what pressure sending unit to use.

Thanks!
Tim

diesel65
01-05-2004, 12:49
The lift-pump is only rated 4 to 5 lbs

BuffaloGuy
01-05-2004, 14:18
Cowracer,
Put your sensor post filter then you get the added benefit of making sure the filter isn't plugged.

My gauge, post filter, reads:

6 psi @ idle

3 psi @ WOT full load

9 psi when the motor is off but the OPS still is sending power to the LP.
Ken

pannhead
01-05-2004, 14:55
i have my gauge mounted under the hood,post filter and it reads about 8 lbs at idle