79 Chevy 350 V8 that has been rebuilt warm idle oil pressure is 5 to 10 psi will thicker oil help I have 10w40 in it now the oil light doesn't come on but does work?

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2026-02-28 16:20

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10 lbs. of oil pressure at an idle is not uncommon for a 350 if the idle is low . what does it do at 30 mph. or more ? that is where you should be concerned. if the pressure is around 40-50 lbs. at 50 mph. it's ok.

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