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Old Nov 17, 2010 | 12:50 PM
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Default Re: Excessive tappet noise on cold start-up

My 2005 with 15k miles and newly changed oil is now 'tapping' erratically at start up. After reading all threads...maybe overfilled? Or valve lifter clatter?
Is there any sort of additive to add to synthetic oil that may reduce this problem without ruining something or other? Old school there were 'valve noise reducers' available at cheapo auto stores.
 
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