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Subject Engine tapping noise (video included). Opinions wanted.
     
Posted by SeedyROM on September 16, 2010 at 11:44 PM
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Message I've long known about the lifter tick these cars are prone to but a few times over the last six months I've noticed this deeper tone knocking noise randomly show up. The fact that I can hear it in the cabin with the windows down has me a little worried since my last Z developed rod knock. However, it's frequency/symptoms seems a bit odd for that.

Things I've noticed:
-Matches revs but goes away above 1500rpm, or at least can't hear it.
-Never does it when cold or at least I never hear it.
-Only notice it after going for a drive and parking.
-Last few times the noise has gone away after letting the car sit for a little while.

Video: [ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XyQlWa8NqA ]
Note* the pitch is actually a bit deeper, camera makes it tinny.

Any thoughts appreciated!


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