oil pressure

NISSAN 300ZX
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MARTYDGRISSOM
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I have a 1990 nissan 300zx
I recently bought it. lately I have notice when i take off the oil pressure drops down a bit. Could someone explain what could cause this problem?
Apr 16, 2006 at 10:59 AM
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LOSONE
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That response measn either you are low on oil, it needs changing, the sending unit is bad or a worn oil pump.

The last you don't want to hear, an engine with some bad beariing causing a loss of oil pressure.

How many miles on the engine??
Apr 16, 2006 at 1:00 PM
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MARTYDGRISSOM
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There is about 110,000 miles give or take a few. I thought it might need a oil change. what kind of bearings are they.
Apr 17, 2006 at 9:30 AM
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LOSONE
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Connecting rod and cam bearing you will hear first. TRY the oil change with Castrol High mileage 10W30 (green bottle) and a Honda orig filter.
Apr 17, 2006 at 3:49 PM
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MARTYDGRISSOM
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Thank you for your info. I will try the oil change. I'll keep you posted. Again, thank you
Apr 18, 2006 at 9:33 PM
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