Thread: I have a ticking sound in the engine
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 06:53 PM
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Default Re: I have a ticking sound in the engine
Originally Posted by H.K. Phooey
I had an exhuast leak. I think it caused a valve to go bad. How much an I looking at to fix this? Should I have the heads re-worked or just fix the bad valve? I'm tired of fixing problems but know that comes with the territory of having a fast car.
Exhaust leak, valve damaged, what is the connection?
Tearing the engine down for a ticking noise is looking for trouble where none probably exists. Bad valve seating can be found with a pressure test on the cylinders. How bad is the tick, mine ticks a little when cold, lifters probably.
 
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