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We get asked this question quite a lot so here is an introduction thread to cover the basics of adding a turbo. Feel free to add your suggestions and pointers below. (THIS THREAD IS NOT FOR QUESTIONS. They will be moved to their own thread.) 1) Please read these articles http://www.torquecars.com/tuning/adding-turbo.php https://www.torquecars.com/forums/threads/fitting-a-turbo-some-dos-and-dont-s.24176/ 2) Adding a turbo is expensive and costly. Expect to pay around £3000 upwards for a turbo conversion. 3) Internal engine modificiations are required in pretty much every case as the high compression ratios of a NASP engine will result in detonation. The idea of the internal engine mods are twofold. a) It strengthens the parts that...
What is a compression test? A compression test can be a very useful tool in checking the overall health of your engine. In particular the pistons, bores, rings, valves, head gasket and even camshaft can all cause lower (or higher) than normal compression. It basically tests how well the cylinders hold compression. What results should I be seeing? It is widely accepted that an engine in good condition should have all cylinders within 10% of each other and have compression as close to or within the specified range for that vehicle. Any different and chances are there's a problem. I will cover this later. How do I carry out the test? 1. First of all you need a compression tester. You can pick these up fairly cheaply (usually less...
If you do this properly it will look Cool :cool: Things you will need: 1. Carbon Fiber wrap (cheap enough off eBAY) 2. Sharp precision knives 3. Hair Dryer 4. Thick cardboard - so you don't cut into the table 5. Thin cardboard - to make a template 6. TIME - Lots of ;) First find a piece of your car / item to wrap - give it a good clean with a tiny bit of washing up liquid - make sure it's completely dry, so the carbon can stick properly. Make sure you have lots of time for any item you want to do - if you rush this - it WILL look rubbish, which defeats the object of doing it. I'll show you how i wrapped my Cars remote fob... Chose the right blade - smallest the better Cut the Carbon down...
Ok, so i changed my pads after a very needed change, was left late as i get one day off a week and some theives stole my pads from the box in car, so had to wait another week to get it done. Ok, Step 1: Get car on a flat smooth surface gravel is not advised as jack could slip, undo wheel nuts slightly and jack up on relevent jacking point under car Step 2: Loosen and remove bolts from wheel in a criss cross formation. Step 3: Put removed wheel under suspension and disks for added security. Step 4: Next turn steering wheel so the back of the caliper is more visible Step 5: Loosen & remove bolt from rear of caliper (some cars you may have to loosen top one too) Step 6: On my pug they reccomend changing the bolt. Step 7...
This is a very quick guide to fitting an amp into your car. Right first of all you'll need a set of screw drivers, some spanners, maybe some connection blocks, maybe some silicone and a selection of connectors. First job is to lay the wires. So the + cable goes from the + terminal on the battery to the + terminal on the Amp. Start under the bonnet. Remove the inline fuse (Always buy power + cable's with an inline fuse) Lay the + cable next to the battery terminal so it can reach. But don't connect it yet. Now find a suitable place for the wire to pass through the bulkhead. You should be able to find wires already going through so just cut the rubber and post your cable all the way through and silicone round it when finished...
OK heres a quick guide to changing a wheel Tools Required Jack preferable Hydraulic one Socket most common sizes 17,19,21. Better than the wheel wrench in the boot Torque Wrench and setting ( should be in the handbook ) Remove access to wheel nuts if required Loosen, DON’T remove the wheel nuts Jack the car up using the jacking points, reinforced sections Place the spare wheel under the sill or use an axle stand NEVER CLIMB UNDER A CAR SUPPORTED ONLY BY A JACK, IF ACCESS UNDER THE CAR IS REQUIRED SUPPORT IT USING AXLE STANDS Remove the nuts carefully Remove the wheel If you have any fit some copperslip to the hub, or the back of the wheel. This will help to remove the wheels at a later date Line up the new...
Here it is as promised a brand new forum for DIY tips and guides. Feel free to post up your (ORIGINAL) articles and ideas for DIY tips. You may also post up questions and add to or comment on guides in here. (That way we get a broad overview of opinions which is what we are all here for anyway.) TRY and keep this for DIY Guides and Tips only Please do not ask questions in this section
Angel eyes car headlights are circural-shaped rings that that when light up give the agresive look to your car.They can be of diferent colour-white is the most comon colour,but blue and red are also very good.Home made ones are much cheaper than buying new ones,but it is not easy at all to make them.The proces involves heating,cutting,drilling,electrical wiring,patience,efford and time.They also wont look just like new ones,the rings wont be illuminated corectly-the bottom of the ring will be less illuminated than ends where the diods are. For the ring itself its best to use clear acrylic/plastic rod.The best is hex-shaped rod but square would be fine to.You also need to make multiple cuts(scratches along the bottom side of the the...
This is just a brief guide to brake pad removal and refitment (of new ones), this is done on an Impreza so rear calipers as well, not drums (when I replace the handbrake drum shoes will post this up but not a current plan). They are held in by pins which understand most modern cars are so should be suitable for others – not sure about Ford and Vauxhall, the older ones (escorts, novas etc….) definitely had to remove, or pivot up, the calipers to replace brake pads but not sure about newer models. In any case hope the below helps some (and apologies for the few photos). Required tools: Hammer (yes really v important) Pair of regular pliers 2 screwdrivers Broken screw bit or flat nail Bar Junior G clamp Tin of copper ease Small...
Already in my project thread but not easy to find in nearly 100 posts. 1. Take an old bike inner tube and cut the a foot long or so section off it including the valve. Length will depend on where you rad inlets and outlets are. 2. Fill your radiator with water and block up any sensor holes etc. Jubilee clip each end of the inner tube to the inlet and outlet of the rad like so. 3. Attach a bike/car/whatever tyre pump to the valve on the inner tube. 4. Pump full of air and look out for any leaks!
The following guide was written specifically for the BMC CDA air filter but the basic procedure can be applied to any similar Oil impregnated paper filter. I would recommend using the manufacturers specific cleaning kit designed for which ever filter you have. Right my BMC CDA air filter is way over due a clean, BMC suggest cleaning their filters every 15,500 miles, I think mines done at least 20,000! So here's a basic guide with a couple of extra tips for cylindrical CDA filters that aren't covered in the manufactures basic instructions... Time to complete whole job: 1 Day. Actual time fiddling & getting covered in red oil 1-2 hours. You'll need the following basic items: BMC Air filter cleaning cleaning kit...
My original blog post which has images. I finally finished replacing the clutch cable on my brothers pug106, it's not technically difficult just incredibly fiddly but still best done as a two man job to keep up morale as it took us 4 days. The worst thing is the Haynes manual only considers it a one spanner/novice job! Some people have had luck in doing this in 5 minutes some took hours and many clutch cables. Here's some information and a guide which might make the process easier for you... The clutch is basically a disc which in the default state is pressed up against the engine flywheel by strong springs, when you put your foot on the clutch it pivots and pulls the clutch cable up and this moves the clutch release lever and moves...
In the process of restoring my Corvair I discovered and wrote up a paper on the restoration of Stainless and Aluminum trim. I'll be using the same on my Dauphine. What is nice about stainless is that it is almost indestructible. It is relatively easy to take really damaged pieces or scratched pieces and make them like new. You can download the pdf here:http://www.widman.biz/Corvair/English/Links/Polishing.html This is how my windshield trim turned out: It actually started out like this: The rear trim started like this And ended like this Aluminum is softer, and has to have the anodizing removed first (but that is easy too). Here is a headlight bezel before: And after Hope this helps. Sure is cheaper than replacements...
Picture this: you’re broke and you just cracked your bumper and, suddenly, your ride isn’t road worthy anymore. You still need to get to work but you don’t have the cash need to buy a replacement bumper. You have two options: hoof it to the bus or try to repair your cracked bumper yourself. In today’s video,Chris Fix shows us how easy it is to fix it yourself using a drill and zip ties. Not only is it cheap and easy but we think it looks amazing! So, what do you think? Is this something you would consider doing even temporarily? We love the look and think we might be on the edge of a new trend but we have been wrong before. Share your thoughts and be sure to subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channel.
I posted up a question about how many could change a wheel which is something i think is very basic and everyone should know how to do this. what this thread is for is ideas for other guides such as checking / changing oil checking / changing sparks basic guide to change pads and discs basic wiring for stereos basic wiring for additional lighting we already have an MOT checklist so this is something that could added. does anybody have any other ideas or even their own guide to how to do anything? must be their own so not to infringe anybody elses work This will remain a sticky for one week (until 14th) so all members can find it easy if you get it by inspiration
Preparation is the most important part in any paintwork. Whatever is between the part and the paint (i.e. chips, scratches, grease etc.) will show through the layers of paint. That said, some colours are more forgiving than others. Ok, first things first, you’ll need: ~ Time. I can’t stress enough how important it is not to rush things. ~ Paint, this will no doubt be in aerosol form. You will need some plastic primer (also known as adhesion promoter), basecoat (you can use normal car paint) in whichever colour you wish to paint and some lacquer (gloss or matt, it’s your decision.) ~ Something to ‘key’ the part. In the trade we call it scotchbrite, it’s basically a rough pad used to remove the shine from a panel, and it leaves...
Firstly I've never done this before, I was starting to do it then got lazy and just got them powder coated from a company lol here's a rough guide so you know roughly how it works and if I miss or do anything wrong, just point it out :P Thanks Firstly remove the wheels from the car: I wouldn't Advise on doing it on Stone chips but these have been very hard packed into the ground but do it with care! You'll need some Supply's which you should have gotten first but hey I always do things the hard way :P Some 60 & 120 Sand paper, some Cheap primer and Alloy Wheel Primer and (Colour of your choice) Black Gloss and some Laguaer. Now have the tyres removed from the Wheels unless your only wanting to do the face of the alloys...
:D Hi fellow torquecars members, I have stumbled upon some useful modifications to improve your Fuel consumption by 25 % TO 50 % ..JUST THOUGHT I WANTED TO SHARE WITH EVERYONE HERE.... http://www.lubedev.com/smartgas/additive.htm http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/technical-stuff/12755-my-experience-adding-acetone-petrol.html http://www.metacafe.com/watch/524517/double_your_gas_mileage_2x/ ( CHECK OUT THIS ONE FIRST!) I am now going to look in to this matter further and maybe test it out once i'm convinced... think about it guys!! the petrol companies can add this in but do not want to because they loose money... if 1 car pumps 1 full tank in one week, then must by adding this, people pump 1 full tank in 2 weeks. ALL THE...
Hey im having abit of trouble with condensation building up inside both my headlights on a Punto Mk 2 W reg. Any ideas how to reduce or get rid of it? I heard 2 holes drilled in the top and bottom allow air to flow and evaporate the water but im unensure. If rather get a second opinion before i take a drill to it. Cheers
Met one of your guys today at BHP performance show, although I've forgotten your name, sorry. A bit about me I'm 21 and from London and drive a Satin Black Renault Megane, any questions feel free to ask Start of witha practice spray - a wing is good. Build up the paint in layers. I used about 15 spray tins of paint in the end I belive When it comes to removing the bumper it would depend on the car, I discovered that after removing all of mine, I didnt need to but for some cars, you would need to, I removed the bumpers, the bonnet and the front two wings, and then masked up everything else, when I done the car I didn't need to do any paint prep as the paintwork was only 3 years old, so I knew it was in perfect...
I think lot of people would have gone through a DIY turbo job. So, why not post the details with pictures and how the build went. Would be an interesting read, beneficial and informative for others. Would help people choosing the right things and the path that has to be followed. :) It needn't be a success always, so failures can also be posted for the benefit of the beginners... Hope to learn a thing or two from the experts.. (I am not much into this myself, but want to learn a lot) Thanks..
Hi All, I would like to get views people have on the up keep of Polished Alloy wheels (non painted or lacquered) as I have recently had my wheels refurbished and had the Rim stripped of the lacquer and paint I currently clean the wheels almost every day with soapy water then a good metal polish like Maguires Alloy Polish, I find that if I don't clean the at the end of every day the are quite hard to clean as they suffer from water staining if left for a couple of days, do many of you have "Polished Alloys" and if so how often do you clean them?
Where do you start looking when a car wont start? I thought it would be handy to have a thread to help people diagnose non starting faults. Post up your experiences here and what faults you have encountered and how to tell if that is the case next time. 1) Check you have fuel. (Seriously, don't assume you have. Lots of people call out the breakdown people to discover that they are out of fuel.) 2) Just a click could indicate a knackered servo in the starter motor. If there is no click then apply a fuse protected current to the +ve starter terminal to see if it goes. 3) Turning over engine that refuses to fire is either a fuel or electric problem (no spark). Where do you start tracking these ones down? Other problems that could...
Hello all . Can anyone tell me if there is much diffrence between my 04 plate pug 206 gti and my friends 03 plate . So far all i can see is i have a esp button lol . And are all of the stearings this heavey . I just came from a golf gt tdi 115 that was easyer to stear than this .... any common faults i should be on the look out for ? Ive got a bit of juddering when pulling off in 1st gear i think maybe a bit of sliping of clutch ? But the car was sat for a while with a oil leak suposidly from the oil filter ? He had it fixed before he moted it . Maybe oil on clutch i dnt know i havent a clue really.... anyways thanks for looking at my post and thanks for any thoughts or feedback ..cheers virgin
Following some shocking examples of car control and road sense in my area and as requested by HDI fun here is a guide on how to drive. If you know how to drive then you probably needn't bother reading this. Controls. A car has 4 main controls. The steering wheel is the round thing in front of you. In some cars it may have a flat bottom but generally it is round. When you turn this to the right the car goes to the right, the more you turn it the more right you go. Then we have the pedals conveniently arranged in reverse alphabetical order so we can remember them. Clutch, Brake and Accelerator. The clutch is used to stop a crunching noise from happening when you change the gear. Press the cluctch just before you move the...
would anyone be interested in a step by step guide to *wiring* a car audio system, covering headunits, screens, amps, speakers, crossovers, power caps, twin batteries , what type of wire to use, and what thickness, etc. it would be step by step, but entirely technical - i appologise but i dont do fiberglassing or anything like that, so id hate to try and tell someone else how to do it. if you think this would be useful/or you would like to contribute then let me know.
Has anyone noticed but if you compare the Haynes manuals today to ones of 10-15 years ago they dont seem to tackle any of the complicated issues anymore - it just says leave to a mechanic or the like. ? :confused: Can appreciate cars are much more complicated but its always worth having a stab first.
Hi there, i have a mitsubishi galant 2.5 v6 2002 modle non turbo, i was wondering as i am deffo going to do it where would i get a twin turbo from, would one from a vr4 galant modle fit it? and what would i have to do to the engine and everything else to make sure i dont Mess my engine up as i have read some articals about water pumps and the amount of air i can have in the engine but i am looking for the most amount of power i can get out of my v6 engine with a twin turbo without messsing my car up. i have herd i would need bigger valves and bore out the cylinders and get bigger pistons to compensate for it, but what else?????
I have been trying to fix this for a few days since we have checked the wires last night and it was getting power but the GPS wouldnt work(checked it, its not broken) so i pulled the stock cylinder for the lighter out and cleaned it up, and it silll didnt work, I bought an aftermarket one and hook it up tonight and I dont have any power at all now?
I am looking for a good platform to start out with. The VAG 1.8T is too expensive to ensure, so I am looking for a non turbo engine. To make it even more complicated I like to have the car look standard when you first take a look at the car. So no turbo kits or such things. I am not that old, so max 125 BHP. I know all the rules I just made makes it VERY hard to come up with some ideas for a car, but please tell about it ;) I do like the Corsa B since it's a small car, but I don't know how well it is for tuning... (Sorry my bad english)
I learnt something over the weekend which i would like to share with all who wash their car with a sponge!.A sponge contains silicon which reacts with car paint,this reaction causes the swirl marks that can be seen when the sun shines on the car,best thing to use is a lambs wool mit or sheepskin.:blink1::bigsmile:
I was just wondering whether there is anyone who has done vinyl window tint them selves. Ive watched videos on youtube but when ive asked people they say it isnt good the best way ive found is to cut it using the outside of the window, spray the vinyl and window with water during application so you can slide it into place then remove the water so it sticks Any adivice would be good Nice one
Hi all, in my Corsa 1.2, the indicator is showing an irregular pattern, i have done the standard stuff EG. walk around the car to see if any of the bulbs have burnt out. But all the indicator bulbs are on and fine, i have also tried the hazard lights and they have there normal flashing pattern so its just the indicators (left), could it be a relay of some sorts? Thanks
I have just tried starting my car, it turned over once and now the battery is completly dead!! Is this because of the cold weather, cause it freezing here??!! I have never driven in the Uk during winter so have no experance of cold weather and the effects it has on batterys Since buying the car a little over a month ago I have had a few experances of the car not fireing-up fast enuf, do you guys think the battery was starting to go?? Finnaly, whats a good battery brand to go with? Thanks Guys
Hi, This is my first post although i will do a newbie introduction shortly. I'm at the end of my tether and looking for some help. Im changing the front strut on a 2006 ford fiesta due to a snapped spring. Its my first attempt at this kind of thing and if done my research bought spring compressors, watched videos etc etc. So were on al stands, the wheel is off the brake line and abs sensors are disconnected from the strut. Im now trying to remove the bolt at the top of the strut that connects to the stabilising arm. I turn the nut and the bolt turns with it. There is no head to grip at the other end. Ive sprayed with wd40 and tapped with a hammer but nup not happening, Today i bought a nut split thinking that would do the trick...
Hey guys, any custom painters out there? Heres the problem. I am a very accomplished sprayer in 2k solid, clear over, met, pearl etc etc. I want to do a tri colour paint job on a Mk1 escort but i want to use base coat metalics within a flatted solid white panel and i want to bury any hard edges between colours in the clear, however. When i spray met base, there are rules that i stick to and not sure how to get round them for this job. I will be using fine edge masking tape and the met colour coats will have a final drop coat pre clear. I was hoping to spray in all the colour coats and then clear the entire panel to bury it all. 1) How to protect the individual colour coats whilst i mask off for the colour changes? 2) How long can i...
1. Hire cars have much stronger acceleration than private cars. 2. Hire cars can achieve much higher speeds in all gears, especially reverse. 3. Hire cars have floorpans shaped just like an ashtray. 4. Hire cars have specially painted front bumpers to resist exhaust stains from the car in front. 5. Accelerator, brake and clutch pedals are replaced by similar looking foot operated switches. 6. The parking brake is optimised to assist in fast cornering manoeuvres. 7. The engine oil does not need to be checked or changed for 500,000 miles. 8. The gear selector may be operated without engaging the clutch switch. 9. Hire cars are self cleaning.
Hello Ive a 407 2.0Hdi which just got absolutely coverd in bird dropping over last summer when I was away... now the paintwork is burnt with many flat dull blemishes. I spoke to one spray shop about repairs and was told as its a peugeot it would need a complete respray of the effect panels which is most of them... I cant beliebe that just because its a peugeot I need a full spray, he also allided to Tcut etc just making it worse... Any ideas or advice....
My 95 Cavalier is making a pop noise when i turn the wheel all the way. Rotate completely right, it stops; give another turn, just a little, and there's a loud grinding POP! Rotate back until it stops, then right again, no problem. Rotate all the way left, then another shove, POP! Rotate right, then back left, no problem. Rotate all the way right, POP! What's going on here? I'm thinking CV joints, I've been told it could be struts. I've considered just replacing the drive shafts.
Hackaday seems to have had a run of car hacks, http://hackaday.com/2010/03/16/adding-an-automotive-cold-air-intake/ This one looks really interesting and the arudino means you could take it quiet far http://hackaday.com/2010/03/16/keep-tabs-on-your-car-without-obd-ii/ http://hackaday.com/2010/03/16/follow-up-hacking-onstar/
This is actually a model specific question. And if at all possible, I'm looking for DETAILED answers. (also, I'm American and terrible at unit conversion, please try to use the American measurement, or at least give the name of the measurement you're using so I can locate a converter) And after finishing, I realized how long this was, so I decided to put a warning here that this is a very long and detailed post, but I will greatly appreciate everyone who takes the time to read through it and answer at least one of the questions here. I'm a rather adept "backyard mechanic", but not very well versed in performance upgrades and design. So I'm looking for a little designing a turbo system for my car. Here are the details. 1995 Honda...
Hi. Ive been lookin at getting some plastic corrugated conduit piping to cover the pipes and cables in my engine bay, only i cannot find anywhere or anyone that sells any. Ive tried places like City Electical Factors, Bennets, Links, B&Q, Charlies, Wickes but no luck. This is the kinda thing i want...in blue tho: http://www.adtechnologies.com/images/Catalog%20Photos%20031.gif If anyone knows of of anywhere i can get some, if you could let me know, that would be great, Thanks
.....As I tryed to search Google and nothing comes up so might be straight forward but I'm a slow learner hahaha I've got a couple jacks and sometimes they stick and won't release Proper or when jacking the car up, it sometimes doesn't hold and slowly release's itself, now the Jack is a 3 Tonne so shouldn't have any problems lifting up the car so am thinking to myself might just need some Oil. But I'm not sure what Kind you need and where would you put the oil? Same Applys for the Air Gun which I got, always wanted one haha,....it use's little oil and again kind and how to apply it would be great. I love using the tools but hate looking after them but has to be done in order for them to keep working. Thanks
Hi ive read the forums and articles on painting calipers and i really want to paint them, however i'm prob a bit of an amateur so need a few tips on how to paint them, i reckon it will be easier to paint them while there on the car so has anyone done this and what should i look out for whilst doing them. probably going to use hammerite as this seems to be highly receommended!!
so i have recently got a aftermarket air filter which i which to fit to my renault clio 1.2 for the noise really. But not really sure how to go about it, the videos on youtube aren't very helpful because as far as i can tell i can't find a Filter box. so not sure where to begin.
All, I have recently been brought a Vibe CBR 12" Twin EVO Active sub, amp, enclosure set and just had a few questions on it. 1) I was told that I should fit another battery to the car by a few mates, is this a good idea or should I not bother? 2) Should I get another amp? The spec states the max power is 3400 watts but looking on the Vibe website about the built in amp and looking at its spec seperatly, it states it only goes up to 500 watts (although I might be looking in the wrong place). Any help on this would be much appreciated. And before anyone says anything, I know I have yet to get my car and this was only brought as a present (this and the wiring kit). I just wish to know the few details before it comes to getting the...
Alrighty then.... Ive done a fair bit of spraying but nothing fancy, but was gonna have a stab at the mpv as it needs to be smartended up and needs the extra protection. Trying to keep this short, i want to deal with all the minor rust thats appearing. The final goal though is to wrap the vehicle for business use. So before I burn cash wrapping bad pannels i wanted to get them keen and protected from future probs. A mazda mpv 2003 from the factory would be sprayed with water based colour paint, but a thinner based top coat, is that correct? Is there any chance I could key the affected areas, spray using a solvent based 2k paint a holding coat, build it up and then flat it. Give it a month or so, then it could be wrapped...
Hi, Decided to get a full setup , so i can start doing my own repairs and also with a view to possibly in the future , training up and doing this for a business. Got 20% off at machinemart till this weekend so wanting to buy tomorrow.. Can you think of anything im missing from the list below for somebody who has a bit of knowledge , and wants to do general repairing etc.. 2tonne Lift jack Axle Stands Creeper & Seat Inspection Lamp Tyre Inflator Wheel Brace Engine Lift Transmission Lift Engine Stand Bench with Vice & Grinder Jump Start Pack Tow Bar Jump Leads Magnetic Tray Compression Tester Cam Locking Tool Helicoil Pipe Bender Torque Wrench All the usual sockets, ratchets, nuts, bolts, pullers, splitters etc...
have a look at this clip off sky news. dont blink or youll miss it. click on the footage wording to the left. http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/World-News/Ohio-Footage-Of-Car-Hitting-Bridge-On-Interstate-675-In-Greene-County-Driver-Brennan-S-Eden-Lives/Article/201008415704744?lpos=World_News_News_Your_Way_Region_8&lid=NewsYourWay_ARTICLE_15704744_Ohio%3A_Footage_Of_Car_Hitting_Bridge_On_Interstate_675_In_Greene_County%2C_Driver_Brennan_S_Eden_Lives
hi i have recently got myself a polo clssic 1.6 and on inspecting the engine bay have spied some devious little rust spots staring to appear on the top of the suspesion mount i think... anyhoo what advice can people give to remedying this problem as there is little to no space to get paintbrush betwix shock and bodywork externally and if i only treat the top then the problem will be more likely to occur,, especially as i have to drive 30 miles across moors evryday before 6 am so daresay im going to encounter a little bit of roadsalt!! cheers ppl
Car: 1972 Datsun 240z Problem: High Oil Pressure When i turn the car to the on position, the oil pressure gauge sweeps just below 90 psi (the top of my guage). It used to be even higher than that but recently came down a bit. What really confuses me is that I just drained every drop of oil from the motor. How is it reading that there is ANY oil pressure, let alone HIGH oil pressure? And yes, the oil was blacker than black (also supposedly had Seafoam in it at one point to clean the motor). Is it my oil pressure relief valve? Any suggestions?

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