Originally Posted by stlxfire
There have been many posts regarding the noisy lifters and their replacement. Has a definitive answer been found? Is there a VIN spread that has the issue? I don't recall a
TSB having been mentioned. Just checking. I sometimes think I hear a top end tick at start up but it doesn't seem consistent.
Good question... I haven't seen a TSB, nor do I think the "ticking" is a widespread problem. I have a terrific MB engine rebuilder here in So. Cal. and he has told me that he has not seen a W112 engine with any major problems, even with valves, lifters, etc. Check your oil level... It takes 8.5 qts. and many of the Chrysler dealerships don't quite get this...
I have a 30 +/- sec. "TICK" on start-up, but it's probably because I run Redline 40w oil and it takes a few seconds to thin out when I start the car... But, I can't be a benchmark because I beat the crap out of the engine on the track and I'll probably blow it up this year...
If there are any generous DC reps out there, I could use an extra crate motor, short block, long block to experiment with. Feel free to send it to my house...
PS: I'm going to need a new clutch and throw-out bearing in the next few months as well !!! Come on guys, it's good advertisement for you...