oil pressure problem

[Barb]

Hello, we have a 98 dodge ram 1500 with a 5.2. the oil pressure gauge started acting crazy so we replaced it. well, it still dropped oil pressure, so we replaced the oil pump. Still didn't fix it. Changed oil and filter. NOPE. Replaced the intermediate shaft and bushing. NOPE. I could really use some suggestions. thank you

 

[Papa Red]

Welcome to the forum.

Red

 

[Dodge 1500 4X4]

Install a mechanical oil pressure gauge, install it where the oil pressure sending unit is, low oil pressure may be worn main & rod Bearings, how many miles on the engine?

 

[Barb]

117000

 

[Barb]

And we have already done that. Same result

 

[Dodge 1500 4X4]

Try putting a straight grade motor oil let's say 30W to compensate for the bearing wear, you can buy some time for now.

 

[Harley Harrold]