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Old 04-07-2003, 07:13 PM
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The accusump acts as a collector when charged and should not discharge until you loose oil pressure or you turn the valve. I suspect the valve isn't actually sealing as it should when it is charged. If that is the case the accusump is acting like a sponge, soaking oil up as well as releasing it when it isn't called for.

Many engine builders try to dissuade owners from running Accusumps for this reason. The other side of the coin is the Accusump valve can stick closed negating any potential value.. It's your call. I'm personally on the fence.. Nice product when it works.. Terribly dangerous when it doesn't..
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