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18-08-2009, 09:43 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Hey guys, i have this rattling type of noise which sounds like it's coming from right under the rocker cover and i got no idea what it is! I only just noticed it tonight when i came home. Any idea?
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19-08-2009, 02:29 PM
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Check your oil?
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19-08-2009, 07:04 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Yeah mate i checked the oil there is plenty in there.
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19-08-2009, 08:27 PM
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ROCKING THE EL FUTURA
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huh looks like you've got a case of the factory standard tapping mate.
try a thicker grade oil mate.
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19-08-2009, 09:08 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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rip your rocker cover off brent and check, only 4 bolts. Could be a up for some new lifters.
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20-08-2009, 07:59 AM
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Is it a rattle or a LOUD tapping.
Is the idle slightly rougher than normal???? If the idle is a touch rougher it'll be a stuffed lifter (common issue).
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20-08-2009, 11:38 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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The idle seems to be fine...are replacing lifters expensive? I'm gonna get my mechanic to check it out.
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Weird rattling noise coming from engine
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