what beside hearing a ticking sound would cause a driver to know he needs a tct

 

Mine was very noticable when starting from cold

 

The ticking noise is pretty much the only "tell" to listen for.

 

It's a specific sound that only TCT makes. You have to be able to distinguish fron valve tapping noise or any othe ticking noise. Plenty of youtube videos to check the sound

Have a look at this TCT option too

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/uk-ireland-sale-wanted-120/inline-pro-tct-1166773/

 

Where in the country are you mate? Happy to take a look/listen/fix for you if you're down south!

 

where down south are you? i think I have this problem but also unsure

 

At the end of the day if it is a honda tct then just replace it, if it hasnt failed it will, prevention is sometimes better than cure.