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Engine ticking - bad lifter?

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Old 12-28-2013, 02:13 PM
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Just gonna be time consuming now, removing accesorries to get timing cover and all off
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Old 12-30-2013, 05:53 AM
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Yeah I did some research. Gonna take a while. A shop quoted me 2500 bucks to do it. I'll pay 60 for both sides and spend 10 hours doing it myself.
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Old 12-30-2013, 10:56 AM
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dont forget the 4 bolts thru the oil pan into the timing cover...i can see you replying with broken parts lol

and i recommend doing both guides and tensioners
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Old 01-03-2014, 11:35 PM
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lol will do. I think im going to start it this coming weekend. my parts should be here on wednesday or thursday. thanks for the help guys.
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Old 01-16-2014, 12:20 PM
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Have a similar problem.
Oil was very low, no leaks but now I'm hearing a ticking from top drivers side.
I will try and pinpoint the location.
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Old 01-17-2014, 02:32 PM
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screwdriver to your ear is a very effective tool
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Old 01-17-2014, 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteFoxGT
screwdriver to your ear is a very effective tool
also a 12lb sledgehammer
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