240gl noise in engine

Discussion in 'Volvo 240' started by networker, Oct 23, 2003.

  1. networker

    networker Guest

    I am having a noise coming from what seems to be the back of the top of the
    engine. my dad said it could be the tappets.
    Anyone got an idea.
    it happens mainly when I accelerate.

    Thanks
    Mitch
     
    networker, Oct 23, 2003
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  2. networker

    vertuas Guest

    what kind of noise are you experiencing?

    tappets needing adjustment sound like a rattle noise
     
    vertuas, Oct 23, 2003
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  3. networker

    Michael Cerkowski Guest

    It could be just a leaking exhaust manifold gasket- they tend to sound
    remarkably
    like noisy valves. It could also be detonation or 'pinging'. Have a good shop
    take
    a look at it. I'm inclined to say it isn't loose valves, because they would be
    noisy
    all the time.


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    Michael Cerkowski, Oct 24, 2003
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  4. networker

    Mike F Guest

    "Michael Cerkowski
    Yes, I'd suspect the exhaust manifold gaskets. Tappets don't change
    sound with engine load, the gaskets do.
     
    Mike F, Oct 24, 2003
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