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Lifter noise, or elsewhat, after rocker replacement
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Author:  moroza [ Sat Dec 31, 2022 10:25 am ]
Post subject:  Lifter noise, or elsewhat, after rocker replacement
I just replaced all 16 rocker/lifter assemblies in an 06, with genuine VM Motori parts. Now there's a rattle/buzz that I can't specifically recall being absent on this vehicle (one of five in the fleet I maintain), but quite certain is absent on the others. The engine's run a grand total of perhaps an hour since the replacement, most of it idling. The rig has a fuel delivery issue, waiting on parts to arrive, that's prevented a thorough warmup/shakedown drive. The noise occurs at low-mid RPM and may vary with load (further testing required to verify). I'm familiar with hydraulic lifter tick in general, and this doesn't sound lllike it, but I also observe that these lifters are half the size of any others I've seen, which would plausibly affect any acoustic signature.

Do our lifters sound like others, or significantly higher-pitched? Is the buzz/rattle in these circumstances commonly encountered and with an identifiable cause?
Author:  WWDiesel [ Sat Dec 31, 2022 1:06 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lifter noise, or elsewhat, after rocker replacement
Purchase yourself a mechanics stethoscope and try to pinpoint the location of the noise.
You can find them online (Amazon) and at most automotive parts stores.

Hydraulic dampers & rocker arms should not make any noticeable noise as you described.
Could the noise be in the timing belt area?
Have you tried removing the serpentine belt and running the engine without it to see if the noise goes away? Rules out a lot of items!

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