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Old 06-22-2010, 01:59 PM   #10
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Definitley change it if you can.

I would add something better. LT1 have a bit low oil pressure. With a stock pan you want to stay away from the real DH/high volume units, don't want to risk sucking the pan dry, but there are units that are slightly better then stock that will give you a touch better oil pressure.


A) You can use a stock pump but install the GM white spring. This will give you a bit more pressure. * Note that although GM list it as 70 PSI, you most likely aren't going to see that high a pressure with the miles you have on the car.

Below is the into on the GM White spring:

Oil Pump Spring (3848911)
Oil Pressure in small-block and V6/90º Chevrolet engines is regulated by a spring in the oil pump cover. This spring (color-coded white) produces approximately 70 psi oil pressure. Small Image Technical Notes: Used in high-performance oil pump P/N 3848907. Minimum recommended oil pressure for off-highway use is 65 psi at engine operating speed.
GM LIST: $3.91
GM Parts Direct: $2.32 + S&H

B) Look into a Melling SELECT M155 pump (not the 155HV, that's too much for a stock pan ). they make two versions, the SELECT is an upgraded unit. Make sure you get the pump that matches your pickup tube size, 95/96 GM switched.


That is what I was leaning towards now, thanks!
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