my rebuilt 283 w/ under 5000 mi and a high pressure pump, puts out ~30psi [center of stock gauge] at hot idle, and pegs the gauge when over idle cold - nearly so when warmed up. I'd verify that pressure like mechainiac sez, and if it's real - change the pump. might be usin too lite oil too.

Bill


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