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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 07:48 PM
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when i start my car, my engine makes a clicking sound for at least 30 secs or at times when im idle. has anybody experience the same problem as i?
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by D-Outkast
when i start my car, my engine makes a clicking sound for at least 30 secs or at times when im idle. has anybody experience the same problem as i?
It's probably the all too common timing chain tensioner failing. Check with Billman for an upgraded replacement part with a lifetime warranty.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 07:59 PM
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more than likely. i know inlinepro sells a tensioner as well.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 08:04 PM
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i see. thanks for the input y'all! i appreciate it.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 08:05 PM
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That's what I thought was wrong with mine today, fixed that up pulled out the spark plugs and my piston ring in the 3rd slot was f@#ked, so yeah look everywhere bro.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 08:13 PM
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you can get a pretty good idea if its the chain making noise or not. just look all around. use a long screw driver up to your ear and listen around
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