Patman

HP2006

lsx24

iTrader: (45)

You're wise not to overfill unless it's a special event. I make sure to check the level and see if it's al fine, otherwise I don't see it cruicial to add another quart.

Patman

But if the crank is not frothing up the oil (and it won't on the LS1 unless you add at least 2 more quarts) then the benefits of having more oil outweigh everything. Having more oil means your oil will last longer and it should run cooler oil temps too.

lsx24

iTrader: (45)

Well I guess since the ls1 (after the lt1) the oil level issue has changed somewhat. No longer is it necessary to run only the prescribed amount, perhaps because it's inherently advised to be able to run additional oil for particular instances.

v8rich

Need some advice.

I have a 2002 LS1 oil pan and it has a baffle in it. Maybe they all do and it's a moot point.
Anyway, I roadrace my car, four events with this oil pan.
I put in 6 quarts of oil for the track event.
I have an oil pressure gauge that holds in memory Low/High oil pressure readings.
I reset it every single session and so far, it has never dropped below idle pressure.

Is this a good way to monitor oil pressure or am I still at risk and don't know it? Or maybe I drive like a *****

Thanks
Rich

lsx24

iTrader: (45)

Did the baffled pan come with the car, or did you get it from another shop? Differences in the pressure may be an indication of low oil after the fact.

v8rich

The baffle came with the oil pan. My 2002 factory service manual shows it in the diagram. I needed to look it up because I needed to know how much to torque the bolts that hold it in place.

What do you think?

lsx24

iTrader: (45)

Thanks man, I appreciate the info. I think after 2000 there may have been some that have the baffle.