As a recap, my 1986 300SE started showing low oil pressure. I tried changing the oil and filter, replaced the sender and checked with a mechanical gauge. Still low oil pressure. I decided to do some final oil pressure troubleshooting before I took it into a mechanic to lift the engine and remove the sump.
I was advised on the ozBenz forum that another possible cause was the oiler tube for the camshaft coming loose. The oiler tube is held down by a couple of bolts that if overtightened can strip the threads. Since I don’t have a lot of […]