Engine

Hello I have a ticking sound in my engine can’t describe it. I talked with a friend he thinks it maybe my lifters but the noise is coming from under oil pan area? Any clues wud be appreciated
Thanx
I attempted to add short video but it wud not allow the file!
Frankie

 

Upload the video to youtube and share the link. There is a possibility it's an exhaust leak, that could sound like it's low on the engine and can mimic the sound of a lifter. When my header gaskets were starting to fail that was always my first though, time to adjust the valves.

 

My bet is an exhaust leak.

 

Thanx R Miller that cud be a source Because I can see they my Manifold is not sitting as securely as it shud be!!
I’ll try that route before I take down the bottom Pan!!
Frankie

 

Craig
Thanx!

 

Thanx RMilker here is the link to what I’m hearing??
it may help in any info you may have!
https://youtube.com/shorts/BVGONg4gcFc?feature=share

 

That doesn't sound like exhaust, it does sound like valve train but I'm also listening to it on an old android phone so I could be wrong.

 

check oil level.
when was the last oil change?

 

You engine has a mechanical lift cam. valves need to be adjusted ever so often.

 

Agreed...

Changing oil may improve oil pressure, but isn't going to help out of adj rocker arms.

 

It definitely sounds like lifters. First, I would check your valves with a feeler and adjust accordingly. Might correct the issue. If not, they are available to replace and not expensive. You will need a lifter removal tool, however, as they sit way down in the head in this I6 engine unlike an overhead cam engine. Tool isn't expensive either.

 

Hello 71fold I have only driven it about 200 miles since the last oil change?? It’s been down for some interior repairs?? Thanx

 

Thanx Constable! I’ll try to see if I can make that happen does the engine need to be pulled?? Those tools I don’t have!!

 

Thanx Rthomas
I also spoke with Randy and I’m placing an order for those retainers!!
Thanx!!