Well, once it quit raining, I went out and installed the new 160 degree
thermostat and the new sending unit. Took Molly for a drive. The oil
light no longer flickers and it seems to have had a small effect on the
oil pressure, to wit: when thoroughly warmed through, she pumps at 30
lbs at 900 RPMS. However, if I let her sit and idle so that the temp
rises to above 175 degrees, she drops down to 25 lbs of pressure. I
haven't adjusted the valve clearance yet, that's on tomorrow's list of
chores.
Rich
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