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Noisy lifters
My 03 S has developed a noisy clicking/ tick tick tick sound that my mechanic describes as noisy lifters. I have done a fair amount of research on the topic, and I do agree with the diagnosis.
There are a couple if differences from the norm however. First, it happens more so after the car is warm, not at cold start-up. I don't detect any noise at cold start up. Also, the sound goes away when revving the engine, which is what you'd expect as the oil pressure is increased and the oil is forced into the lifters.
Before going down the path of an expensive fix, I'd like some thoughts on the above. Also, one thing that is not clear from the research here or on the other boards is what are the ramifications of doing nothing? At least for awhile. Can there be catastrophic engine failure or just general power loss due to the valves not engaging all the way (as a result of the stuck lifters)?
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Ed
Pittsburgh, PA
78 5 spd 928 Blumaxx (in Hemmings S & E issue #100)
85 928S garnet red stock daily driver
06 Mustang GT Legend Lime and modified to go even faster
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