Shuboxlover 481 #1 Posted May 28, 2020 Quick question, I have a 516-H with the original 16 horsepower Onan Performer. Is it full pressure oil lubed? I see it doesn't have a filter, but wondering if it was pressurized still. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 51,749 #2 Posted May 28, 2020 I sure think it would be. No filter or hole in the tins for one? Left side pointing out the rear? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shuboxlover 481 #3 Posted May 28, 2020 There is a hole where the 20hp ones are, but a rubber plug in it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel Horse Fan 3 #4 Posted May 28, 2020 (edited) I was actually wondering the same thing. I have a 16 hp Onan. It has a hole in the tins for an oil filter but no provisions for a filter so you can't add one even if you wanted to. I'm assuming it's a pressure lube though. Edited May 28, 2020 by Wheel Horse Fan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,670 #5 Posted May 28, 2020 WH was apparently not always convinced oil filters were needed. Kohler Magnum 18s were available with Oil filters WH didn't buy them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuneup 1,452 #6 Posted May 29, 2020 I have the same 16 and there is an oil pump under the cover like the rest so, yup, pressure lubed. Don't run it without that rubber cover! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
