MG Midget Oil Pressure

[Lewis2015]

Hi everyone,

I've recently bought my first classic, a '67 midget. It's a fantastic little car and a pleasure to drive.

I'be been reading through the workshop manual which states the normal oil pressure on starup should be between 30 and 60psi. I have 50psi quickly (after a minute or so) reducing to 30-40 psi.

The workshop manual also states that the oil pressure at idle should be between 10psi (min.) and 25psi. I have 20psi at idle once the engine is warmed up.

During normal driving the oil pressure is between 35 & 40psi @ 3k - 3.5 RPM.

The reason for me querying the oil pressure is after doing abit of reading online (always dangerous I know) the consensus seems to be 60psi on startup and min 40psi when warm?

Could you please tell me if this is correct and if so do my oil pressures seem abit low?

The cars idles fine and there doesn't seem to be any unusual or concerning noises from the engine during idle or normal driving.

I also haven't noticed any smoke from the exhaust during idle or acceleration.

Any feedback or pointers would be appreciated for this newbie

Thanks in advance

[Lewis2015]

Thanks for the feedback guys, really appreciated.

I haven't yet done an oil change but I'll do this, the oil filter and spark plugs over the weekend.

Fortunately she came with a copy of the Haynes manual which has proven invaluable! The only item I don't have is the owners manual, I'll have a look on EBay.

Again thanks for the feedback, it's put my mind at rest.