A couple weeks ago I noticed that the oil pressure went down dramatically from it's normal 32 to about 16 PSI. I immediately stopped and checked the oil level...all was good. Running Amsoil Synth with about 7k miles on the current fluids. As I lowered the RPM's, I noticed the PSI going to zero. Not good I thought. But, I wasn't hearing any unusual engine noise that should go along with low or zero pressure, right? I thought maybe the gauges are wrong? I HAD to continue my ride cuz there aren't good HD mechanics in (EDIT) Egypt. 350 miles later I went the the HD Dealer. Typical Harley dealer (HOT) counter person sold me a bill of goods suggesting that I order a Oil Pressure sensor ...had to buy a 1 1/16" crow's-foot wrench for the replacement. That wasn't the problem, but maybe good to start with the lesser expensive repairs. Now, I started talking with a real HD mechanic who's suggesting my oil pump is the problem. 36k miles (on a 2004) and I need a new oil pump??? I bought the bike from someone who put only 10k miles on it over 9-years. Is this what happens to a barn-find bike that's not ridden enough?
Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Please read this...
Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Please read this...
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