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DoubleD
08-17-2015, 09:34 AM
I have a 5 stage Peterson pump. Just recently started having a low pressure issue. When the engine is cold it runs around 45psi. At full throttle when warm it's around 80. After I race around 15 laps after the engine hAs some heat in it the pressure drops to around 10 psi during cautions or end of race. Any ideas?

JustAddDirt
08-17-2015, 02:31 PM
bypass valve poppet sticking?

fast_crew
08-18-2015, 07:10 PM
If problem just arrived sounds like a main bearing or cam bearing issue...or the pressure section of the pump is worn or damaged from debris..exe: rocker arm or lifter needle bearings..etc..

SLM98
08-19-2015, 01:04 PM
Whats the pulley size on pump, 40 tooth?

DoubleD
08-23-2015, 09:46 PM
40 tooth pulley on the pump. Oberg looks good. Is it anything to be overly concerned with? Makes me nervous when the oil light comes on

powerslide
08-24-2015, 10:24 PM
Sounds like its starting to get some wear or like mentioned the pump isn't keeping up and might be damaged slightly. how many laps/races are on the motor? What are the oil temps?

AmickRacing
08-24-2015, 10:50 PM
Is the idle set approximately the same? A few hundred more RPM will likely change the pressure a fair bit....