14-09-2023, 10:19 AM
Hi,
I recently replaced the ball and spring of my pressure relief valve to try to rectify a low oil pressure on start-up issue.
At the time I wasn't too happy with the idea or re-seating the valve my using a drift to bang the ball against the seat so simply cleaned the area and fitted the new parts.
For a different reason, and before being able to try running it, I have had to remove the engine again so have another possible opportunity to try the re-seating process.
I'm still not totally happy with the idea but will be even less happy if I haven't overcome the low oil pressure and have to remove the engine yet again.
What's the general consensus on this?
John.
I recently replaced the ball and spring of my pressure relief valve to try to rectify a low oil pressure on start-up issue.
At the time I wasn't too happy with the idea or re-seating the valve my using a drift to bang the ball against the seat so simply cleaned the area and fitted the new parts.
For a different reason, and before being able to try running it, I have had to remove the engine again so have another possible opportunity to try the re-seating process.
I'm still not totally happy with the idea but will be even less happy if I haven't overcome the low oil pressure and have to remove the engine yet again.
What's the general consensus on this?
John.