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Help! Engine Noise
Went out for a drive yesterday and found I have a new knocking noise coming from the front of the engine. I have to do some more probing today, but doesn't sound like it's an idler pulley, AC or alternator. To me, it sounds like it coming from the camshaft timing chain area. This may be too big of a job for me. Does anyone know of a good LT5 mechaninc on N. VA?
Rich
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
Check your oil level. Might be starving the lifters a bit.
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
Get yourself a good stethoscope
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
Rich, I had a engine knock in my Red/Gry 91 several years ago. Is it a knock only or is there any sign of a miss under load?
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
Does it occur only at idle?
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
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Just got back from Napa and picked up a Stethoscope, going out to probe now. Will update shortly. Rich
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 Yeah right! Certainly none by profession, though obviously there are some excellent owners/hobbyists here. I'd say try to track down where it's coming from before resorting to anything drastic. Can you grab a camera, pop the hood, and get a video of the sound? |
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Rich
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Re: Help! Engine Noise
Pull the accessory belt off and run the engine briefly. That will instantly eliminate anything, including the water pump, run off the belt. You will then know if it's internal or external to the engine.
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