oil pressure norms

[Huw Powell]

> What would be normal oil pressure figures on my 1987 5K CSTQ? Given I just
> rebuilt the motor but didnt touch the bottom end.
> 
> I am reading about 75psi startup when cold (5 bar)
> 
> 25 to 30psi tickover hot (2 bar)
> 
> 50-60psi driving (3.5-4 bar)

Those numbers all sound ok/typical.  What weight oil are you running?

> 
> the hot tickover seems low and the motor gets a bit clacky on the front
> (cyl) 1 lifters if left idling for any length of time.

Don't leave it idling for any length of time, then.  All it does is 
waste fuel and make your lifters clack.

-- 
Huw Powell

http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi

http://www.humanthoughts.org/