Maybe you can post a viewable picture if it helps to understand your problem.
Did you remove the torsion bars? If so, did you put them back in the correct place?
I wonder about this. If my dipstick showed this, I would investigate further. Maybe there is a reasonable explanation for this. Seems that one contradicts the other. J wonder if sticky valves/solenoids may be causing the problem.
Sure, a clogged filter could cause a low fuel rail pressure code. But there are other things also. What other codes do you have or is that the only code present? you do NOT have a lift code, correct?
Source: https://youtu.be/oYJy-Xg7_9E?t=279
Start about 4:40 and look for the info on the injector return lines. Is that where you applied shop pressure? Also notice the devide with the spring that hodls pressure on the injectors.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO9GQd_LdXY
Make sure your cigar lighter fuse is good. It powers the diagnostic port.
Some reading for you in the attachment. You can get wiring info here Charm Manuals for Chevrolet vehicles | Operation CHARM
First check is to see what the fluid level is. The fact that the underline under the P indicator often says that the TCM or wiring has a problem.. Scan for aocdes with a tool that will read TCM codes. Not all readers will do that.
50 -60 lbs is plenty.
From here: https://oregonfuelinjection.com/services-repair/diesel-diagnostics-repair/chevy-gmc-diesel-diagnostics/#11-fuel-injectors
The injectors require a minimum of 3 BAR (45 psi) of pressure in the return system. Pressure is maintained via a “Constant Pressure...
Take a look here: https://charm.li/Chevrolet/2003/C%202500%20Truck%202WD%20V8-6.6L%20DSL%20Turbo%20VIN%201/Repair%20and%20Diagnosis/Diagrams/Electrical%20Diagrams/Body%20Control%20Systems/Exterior%20Lighting%20Sytems%20References/