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Old 02-16-2012, 11:36 AM
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I just got my ta Saturday, its a 1 owner with 105k miles. I got my oil changed yesterday and now the oil gauge is showing around 60 on startup and when i give it throttle it goes up near 80. Is this normal or could their be a problem somewhere? Thanks in advance.
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Old 02-16-2012, 11:40 AM
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Thanks, I was just a little skeptical. Ha.
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yup no worries
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Soould be fine
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its probably fine but what weight was put in?
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5w30 is what they put in.
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Just check the level... if its good then ur good.
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Sounds good , mine does the same
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its just broke in,time for a cam swap and other upgrade mods.
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Originally Posted by troberts_1231
5w30 is what they put in.
require 10w30 but your oil pressure readings are good to go
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it should be at 40 when warm
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yeah 40 is good
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