DeTomaso Mailing List: August 2000, Message #152

Paul Timko wrote:

> So here's a thought...
>
> While I'm trying to finish up my engine/car, I was thinking about a remote
> filter.  The adapters are reasonable, line and fittings aren't too bad and
> it give me an easy way to splice in a oil cooler in the future. So I got to
> thinking that a method of pre-oiling the engine before starting would be a
> good idea.  In fact all it takes after the remote filter stuff is a one way
> check valve, use the port in the front of the 10 quart pan, a TEE, some hose
> and an electric pump and I'm in business.
>
> What are the thoughts on doing this and are there any pump recommendations?
>
> Paul

Paul,

Though it's not finished and I've not updated the web site in a loooong time...
I'm putting in a two quart oil accumulator with an electric switch.  It should
pretty much accomplish the same thing, without the hassle of another electric
pump, and key off the ignition.

When the ignition goes ON, the valve opens, and the pressurized oil goes into
the block.  When the engine is running, the oil is pressurized to the
accumulator, when you turn the key OFF, the valve closes and the pressurized oil
is kept in the tank for the next time you start.

Included in my kit from Pegasus Racing supplies, was a switch so you could
bypass the switch in those time you might wan to do work on the car with the
ignition ON, but NOT runnig.  The switch cuts off the HOT lead so you don't end
up opening the valve when you turn the ignition on.

I've not tried it yet to see how well it works, but It's all plumbed in, all I
have to do is prime it and finish the rest of the engine.

FWIW,
Asa Jay
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