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Old 03-09-2006, 04:40 PM   #2
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Re: clicking noises
sounds like piston slap to me. The noise will not quiet down because it is in an area not affected by oil viscosity. Lifter tick will quiet down with thicker oil because the oil will cushion/fill the gap and make it quieter.
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