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Old 09-02-2014   #10
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Default Re: Can the LT5 experts fill me in on.....

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Originally Posted by spork2367 View Post
I've been using the white "Napa Gold" filters that are made by Wix and they have a great anti drain back valve. Zero rattle.
I also have a Mobil 1 filter, along with the Bosch oil filter to use in the future, but just might try the Napa Gold, like you have....


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Originally Posted by secondchance View Post
I am not a mechanical engineer so my guess may be wrong. Having said that, from what you are saying, it seems, when oil is fully warmed up and engine start is initiated oil draining out of hydraulic tensioner is faster then the oil system pressure build up to feed the tensioner. Whereas, when the oil is cold (perhaps due to higher viscosity) oil is being held in the hydraulic tensioner longer and pressure build up is seemless.
I noticed that if I turn the key without starting 2-3 times (did it to intentionally to move the pulleys a bit) when I actually start chain rattle was severe which never happens on daily normal start. I concluded that when I ran the motor w/o starting oil in the tensiners were being drained and w/o actually running were not replenished w/ system pressure. Just my theory.

Either am I, but what you are saying makes sense to me. I have to go out soon and will take the Z to run my errands. Will report back later. The Z has sat for 2 days, so we shall see!!!
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