Klickity-clack...

["Dick Benjamin" <DickB@xxxxxxxxx>]

As Kerry says, this could well be an exhaust leak.  The lifter doesn't care
what load is on the engine, it wouldn't get louder at higher RPM.  In fact,
if it is leaking down, it will probably get quieter at higher RPM.

Dick Benjamin
----- Original Message -----
From: johan C wildhagen <johancwildhagen@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, April 29, 2002 5:36 PM
Subject: IML: Klickity-clack...


> I have allways (about 6 mo) had a slight "clicking" on the passengers side
> possibly #4 cyl. when idling.
> Not loud or annoying, but noticeable with the hood up.
> I get a much louder "diesel like clacking" when wide open, say getting on
> the expressway but not "kicked down" yet.
>
> Local "old car guy" mechanic says its not much to worry about. Is he
right?
>
> I just heard from a local "young car guy" that it can lead to valve train
> probs or worse. Im all confused man! 413s are pretty straight forward
aren't
> they?
>
> All Im looking at is a "dry" lifter right?
>
> Any sugestion (from "old" to "Young" car folks)would be appreciated!
>
> Tanks!
>
> Driv'n in D.C.
> Johan
> 65 LeBaron
> 413
>
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