Accusump - pros & cons

[Robin Lawrence]

Originally Posted by 1320racer

Robin, I didn’t see any mention of coyote engines in the title of this thread nor in the OP’s opening post. Matter of fact he specifically stated his is an LS engine. More important, you offer no opinion about using an accusump pro or con in your lengthy post. Just saying

This is TECH Forum.

The title of the thread was Accusump Pros and Cons

That would not preclude a discussion about LS, Coyotes or Big Block Chevys

While my response was wordy, I wanted to share the details on my experiences with the other racers here who may share the same issues.

I have no opinion. I've not used one yet. Several of the high end engine builders that I have talked about the oil pressure drop have recommended an accusump. All have said not to over fill the pan.

Hope this helps

Robin

[L.Fite]

never mind...

[Rob Petrie E395]

When adding an accumulator. Are you guys running the same amount of oil in the pan?

[SBillinson]

Originally Posted by Rob Petrie E395

When adding an accumulator. Are you guys running the same amount of oil in the pan?

I add two quarts for the accumulator.

[J.R. Haddad]

Robin, as the op of this post, I would like to thank you for your very
insightful posts. That is certainly the type of information that I, and I'm
sure other readers were looking for. You were very helpful with your
information, just as you have been when I've called you.

Thanks Again,

J.R.

[MR DERBY CITY]

How about MORE Robin and LESS 1320 E.D.

[CMcAllister]

I have had good results using an Accusump with a dedicated switch, for all of the reasons I use one, and I will continue to do so.

If someone gets by without one and/or feels it's a band-aid for some short coming in the engine design and parts used, I understand that. Don't use one. Doesn't bother me a bit.

What I don't understand is the obsession of some people, or the reasons, to negatively interject themselves in discussions concerning what and how some people run their programs when, as long as it's within the rules, it doesn't affect them one little bit.

Don't like it, don't use it. I don't care and I won't scold you for your decision. But I would like to hear a legit reason not to use the thing besides the guy who puts my junk together doesn't know jack about what he's doing.

[1320racer]

Originally Posted by J.R. Haddad

Robin, as the op of this post, I would like to thank you for your very
insightful posts. That is certainly the type of information that I, and I'm
sure other readers were looking for. You were very helpful with your
information, just as you have been when I've called you.

Thanks Again,

J.R.

Really, tell us what he said pro or con about using an accusump. You can't because he said NOTHING! Further he states and admits

Originally Posted by Robin Lawrence

I have no opinion. I've not used one yet.

So Robin like me, hasn’t used an accusump because he doesn’t have low oil pressure when decelerating and/or braking which is due to poor oil control.

That said, it’s obvious, you don't want advice, don't want opinion, what you want is confirmation of what you have already decided to do. Why? It’s your engine, your $ and no one really cares what you do!

[Rick J]

Originally Posted by J.R. Haddad

I'm thinking of installing an accusump on my LS motor. When I do things
like this, I always find out why I shouldn't have done it, after I've done
it. Would like some real world opinions from "people with experience
in dealing with accusump type of installations".

Thanks,

J.R.

Odd thing is..... E.D. 1320 does not race stock or super stock, does not race a LS based engine, does not use an accumulator....
Why would he even comment here at all?

[J.R. Haddad]

Ed, Ed, Ed. You are replying far too early in the morning. Walk the dog,
have a coffee, relax, it's only January, we don't want you to burn out
early. We need this level of entertainment until early spring, then we
can cut you loose.
You keep mentioning my oil control problem. Guess what?? Don't have
one. I've run my car with less oil than I like to, never a problem. Oil
pressure gauge never makes a move, same when I download my data.
You asked me at the beginning of this thread, what band aid I was looking
for, and I told you then I was just being pro active. You just chose not to
believe me, so you continue the drama you desire. In the meantime, some
really good people have given their experiences, thoughts and ideas. I have
enjoyed the thread so far. I hope others have as well.

Regards,

J.R.