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Old Nov 30, 2001 | 01:36 PM
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Will the increased flow and pressure capabilities of the ARE blueprinted oil pump increase oil consumption thru the PCV valve? I've done the vertical mod and it's just about stopped my consumption but will it be enough once I swap pumps? (see my other post in here)
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Old Nov 30, 2001 | 01:38 PM
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You beat me to it! I was going to post this after your last response...
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Thought I'd bring this one back up as I'm also thinking about getting this pump when I do the cam...
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 03:15 PM
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In re to the ARE oil pump:
I contacted ARE Racing Systems in Orangeville CA. They make dry sumps, and told me they use the stock GM oil pump. Is this the company you guys are referring to, and if not where can I get the pump you are referring to??? Thanks for any help.
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 03:18 PM
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Different companies.

Modified pump should not increase oil consumption.
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 03:19 PM
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www.agostinoracing.com

ARE Agostino Racing Engines in Canada
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 03:30 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by Matt98SS:
<strong>www.agostinoracing.com

ARE Agostino Racing Engines in Canada</strong><hr></blockquote>

Thanks for the correct ARE.
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Old Dec 5, 2001 | 08:15 AM
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[quote]Originally posted by Matt98SS:
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ARE Agostino Racing Engines in Canada</strong><hr></blockquote>

Actually the URL is www.agostino-racing.com ...
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Old Dec 5, 2001 | 08:32 AM
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[quote]Originally posted by Pro Stock John:
<strong>Different companies.

Modified pump should not increase oil consumption.</strong><hr></blockquote>

Thanks! Hopefully mine should be here in a couple days.
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Old Dec 5, 2001 | 04:26 PM
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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

[quote]Originally posted by Jake99SS:
<strong>Will the increased flow and pressure capabilities of the ARE blueprinted oil pump increase oil consumption thru the PCV valve? I've done the vertical mod and it's just about stopped my consumption but will it be enough once I swap pumps? (see my other post in here)</strong><hr></blockquote>

I am running the ARE oil pump along with ported heads. Nick warned me that I might experience some oil consumption after this (pistons and rings replaced at the same time in Aug. of this year). I keep checkin' the dipstick to see if the oil is goin' down and it ain't happening! Pressure is way-y-y up there and I don't need to add any oil at all between changes. Couldn't be happier!

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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

Anyone had any other issues with this pump that should be discussed? After seeing Jake blow two of them in a year I'm pretty sure that I'm gonna get one when I get the cam installed next spring.

Anyone with oil useage issues since the pump install?

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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 08:22 PM
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Everyone like the pump? I plan on purchasing one this week.

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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

Mine made a SIGNIFICANT difference in oil pressure. This is one of those "relatively inexpensive" insurance mods, IMO.
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How much oil pressure can the LS1's take before the bearings wash out? Like on SB's (older) Don't like real high press. I beleave 65lbs was the rule we went with on the ol' SB's. 90+ the bearings would wash out over time. Thanks.
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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

I don't think my ARE pump is going over 60...

Modded pump is a very good idea on our cars.
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 09:19 PM
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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

[quote]Originally posted by Pro Stock John:
<strong>I don't think my ARE pump is going over 60...

Modded pump is a very good idea on our cars.</strong><hr></blockquote>

60? Mine goes up to max 65psi under normal driving (50-60 is the range for just cruising around), and over 75psi under high acceleration. I was also worried that this pressure was too high.

At idle, it's usually in the low 40s. But once it dipped down to the low 30s, has that happened to anyone?
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The pump works great and it's cheap insurance for a new heads and cam car. There hasn't been a noticble change in oil consumption.

Rick
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Default Re: ARE oil pump and oil consumption --->

My engine was built by ARE and they also installed their modified pump at the same time. My pressures are about 45 idle and 60-65 at higher rpms.
I use NO oil at all between changes. I DO NOT run a PCV valve at all. My AIR pump is my PCV. I have a breather on 1 valve cover for fresh air. I remove the breather and cap the opening for racing ONLY. That is not for street use.
Do the mod, it is well worth it.

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Washing out the bearings? BS. The more pressure you have the better, except for giving the seals a hard time which might develop oil leaks... The higher the oil pressure the harder the bearings are held in place.
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 10:51 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by cantdrv65:
<strong>Washing out the bearings? BS. The more pressure you have the better, except for giving the seals a hard time which might develop oil leaks... The higher the oil pressure the harder the bearings are held in place.</strong><hr></blockquote>

But what about the babbit.In my experence(sp) It will leave on high pressure on older small blocks IN time. Street cars. Just wondering on LS1's.
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