1986 Ford Bronco oil pressure drops

1986 FORD BRONCO
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1986 Ford Bronco V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic
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why does oil pressure drop all the way down after running for about half an hour?
Apr 18, 2008 at 11:39 PM
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You need to check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge-if normal replace the oil pressure switch-not normal could be the oil pump or excessive engine bearings clearances-
Apr 19, 2008 at 8:10 AM
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