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Old 01-11-2018, 08:49 PM   #15
thstone
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Originally Posted by Htci View Post
Thstone, I believe in the mechanics rules and I worded my last post incorrectly. The issue seems to have resolved by increasing the oil level-adding engine oil to halfway mark on dipstick (that’s all I had left from last oil change). Therefore the likely initial cause of the noise was the hydraulic lifters. If this issue reoccurs I’ll update this thread. Thanks for everyone’s feedback.
Believe me, I really hope the best for you. I really do.

But you hit me in my sensitive spot as my experience with engines has been a bit rough. I have engine #4 in my car now. Engines #1 and #2 both suffered lifter failures so I'm a little sensitive to anything that might be a lifter issue. Please excuse my dire outlook when it comes to lifters.
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