{black}:idontknow: I’ve been looking around for information and haven’t yet found it. Is there a way to hook up a electric oil pump to circulate oil through the engine before start up. I’ve been thinking about this for awhile and I’m mystified why this isn’t a factory feature. Thanks, love the videos and thanks for doing them too.
What’s wrong with the oil pump inside your engine?
Or are you trying to reinvent the wheel?
It's a great idea. Just like when you turn the key to "on" the fuel pump starts before you go to "start". The same thing could be for the the oil pump, instead of it being driven off the crankshaft.
I think the engine relies on the moving parts to carry and splash the oil around anyway. If you pumped the oil through a stationary engine, it would just trickle straight back down into the oil pan without doing much.
What if an electronic delay for a couple of seconds could be programmed so the engine would develop oil pressure before the ignition sequence. This would at least lube the top end before a relatively dry start?
I think the costs outweigh the benefits. Just another thing that can break down.
That's true but if they eliminated electric seats, climate control and human brain cancelling sensors, it might work!
just buy a good quality motor to begin with, and it will outlast everything else on the car.
Thanks, Joe. I enjoy and appreciate your comments.
OP, I’m not sure if an auxiliary pump to pretreat the engine would make the engine last longer. However, one time Scotty did say no matter how hot or cold it is outside. When you first start your engine in the morning let it idle for 15 seconds. That way all parts are properly lubricated before you put it in gear.
that's sensible advice, and it's easy to do. 15 seconds is what it takes to buckle up, check your mirrors, check your gauges, and take a sip of coffee.