1984 BMW 318 oil pressure

1984 BMW 318
299,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ALFRED32
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i have just had the head done on my 318i and on start up the excessive oil pressure blows the oil filter seal loose. what can i do?
Sep 28, 2008 at 1:22 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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It could be the oil pump has a stuck relief valve.
Sep 28, 2008 at 8:07 AM
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