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Date:         Mon, 18 Sep 2000 05:48:16 -0700
Reply-To:     Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@HOME.COM>
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From:         Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@HOME.COM>
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Subject:      [Fwd: Re: Oil Pressure Relief Valve]
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Subject: Re: Oil Pressure Relief Valve Date: Sun, 17 Sep 2000 20:27:29 -0700 From: Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@home.com> Organization: @Home To: Dave Nadeau <dave.nadeau@HOME.COM> References: <39C3D681.7015560E@home.com>

Just a quick followup. Thanks to those who responded to me via pmail. The real trick was to let the engine block cool. When I tried unscrewing it this morning, no problem at all.

Dave Nadeau

Dave Nadeau wrote:

> Does anyone have any suggestions for or "been there, done > that" cautions about removing the Oil Pressure Relief Valve > on their engine? > > I've drained my oil, and the slotted head that I'd need to > unscrew to get at the assembly won't budge. Before I go do > something stupid (=expensive), I thought I'd ask for some > advice. > > The van's my daily driver...and I've done my daily driving. > So, the engine is still warm, so I'll let it sit until > tomorrow morning, and see if it will unscrew when the block > is cold. > > Thanks for any ideas! > > Dave Nadeau > '84 Westy > Phoenix, AZ


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