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    Question Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    I have noticed every turboed engine that I have had, has had low oil PSI after it gets warm at idel. my Grand National, Eagle Talon, and this. its like 10PSI after it gets nice and warm and at idel. crusing its like 30-40 tho. Is this right?

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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    What oil do you use? 10w40 hot on a hot day can even get to 10 on a higher mileage engine. Fresh enging? depends how tight, my last 2.2L ran 20psi warm w/ 10w40

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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    I run between 30-40 psi warm with 10w30. It all depends on how fresh the engine is. Using a good gauge will also change your oil pressure reading!

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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    10psi for every 1000 rpm.

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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    Many factors involved, especially oil used. Mines 25 idle, 75 at 2500 rpm.

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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    my car idles around 20-25 warm. fyi, this is the hybrid section that you're posting in.
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    Re: Why do turbo engines have such low oil PSI?

    Because they say Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth on the trunk.
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