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Engine Ticking

Old Apr 15, 2009 | 06:38 PM
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On start ups the engine sounds like a sewing machine, is that just because there isnt much oil flow to the springs and rockers yet? It gets a little quieter after its been running a while but I can still notice it if I check. Would a heavier weight oil help?
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 07:46 PM
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Sounds like an LS 1
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 07:50 PM
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HAHA Ive heard that before but I was hoping that was just a bunch of BS from the ford guys
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All LS1s do it.
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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Aluminum blocks and heads have less of a sound deadening effect than steel parts. My heavier valve springs make the sewing machine sound even worse. Just sounds more like an old flat tappet cam shaft installed.
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thanks, i guess its just time for a louder exhaust
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 08:27 PM
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