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chmercer
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im seeing around 25-30 pounds at idle, 60 cruising, 70+ heavy throttle (dont think its ever gone past 80) with 15w50 oil. is this cool? my friend with a red top gets lower numbers and is running 20w50.


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sultan
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fsm spec says >11psi at idle and 60-70psi at 3000rpm

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General rule of thumb is 10 psi for every 1000 rpms...

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chmercer
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k good deal


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