Clacker
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Hi Guys,
Everyone says Commodore 3.8 engines have noisy lifters and it's because (I think) its takes a while for leaky lifters to fill up with oil to quiten down.
What does this mean in terms of engine life? Will it cause engine to run badly or damage something?
Mine eventually quietens but it takes longer as time goes on. Engine runs ok and fuel economy seems fine.
I'm running on gas and the injectors are stopped so I know its not them making the clacking noise.
Cars done 243k.
Thanks for any input
Clacks
Everyone says Commodore 3.8 engines have noisy lifters and it's because (I think) its takes a while for leaky lifters to fill up with oil to quiten down.
What does this mean in terms of engine life? Will it cause engine to run badly or damage something?
Mine eventually quietens but it takes longer as time goes on. Engine runs ok and fuel economy seems fine.
I'm running on gas and the injectors are stopped so I know its not them making the clacking noise.
Cars done 243k.
Thanks for any input
Clacks