Recent content by furyus

I was planning to use poly bushings. Maybe tubular upper control arms.

I know this is from February, but I have some input. My lower control arm bushings were replaced about 8 years ago. The car has been down for repairs since 2020. I looked at my lower control arm bushings, and they were split open. Moog brand.

Hey, I live in Weeki Wachee! Your post tells me what I needed. I was wondering if a high pressure pump would make a difference. I brought up the idle a little, reset timing. It seems good.

I don't know what the bearing clearances are. I had the machine shop assemble the rotating assembly. Nor does the 440 source website mention whether or not the bearings are grooved. If I idled at 1200, then it would be at a more reasonable pressure.

Yup, I'm a professional over thinker. After reading all the comments, I feel better.

I agree. I would be happier with a little more. I will try changing the oil, and then try idle speed, and timing. Then, if I feel the need, I will try a different pump.

Its a Milodon deep pan. 7 quarts

I think that this is the way to go. I will try the Melling 63hv. If that doesn't help, I'll bring up the idle.

I would feel a little better with a safety margin.

Thanks. This is interesting. I guess I will have to stop worrying about it.

So, my question is still Are there any pumps that put out better pressure at idle than the generic high volume pump.? Do hydraulic roller lifters cause lower pressure? (Howard's brand).

Wow, what a great explanation. I already have 20w-50 oil in it. i would be happier if it had another 5 psi. Thanks for taking the time to explain all that.

I don't know what the bearing clearances are. It was a 440 source kit that was built in 2020.the shop that built the short block is gone. I will go to the 440 source website, and see what type of bearings they gave with the kit.

The Borgeson box needs the higher pressure. I would take the shim out, and ask where you bought it what you can do. I had some problems, and Peter Bergman helped me sort it out.

It drops below 20psi. I would feel much better with a little more.