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| Author: | swifty_ano [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:58 am ] |
| Post subject: | xl7 ticking noise |
Hi all. Sorry for the noob questions. Found a tidy xl7 for a steal but it has a ticking noise from the "alternator" apparently. im going to see it this arvo, what do i look for? How do i identify the noise? Whats the worst case scenario? I.e how much should I budget for repairs? Thanks in advance |
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| Author: | tanshi [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 9:16 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
could be the timing chain/tensioners |
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| Author: | swifty_ano [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
Its got 180k on the clock so could be. Should i pass on it if it is? |
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| Author: | Munster [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 12:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
Check it with a stethoscope. |
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| Author: | swifty_ano [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 12:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
Thats a good idea. Just trying to work out if the chains are an easy enough job to warrant buying it. Ive done timing belts in the past but never a chain |
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| Author: | Zook_Fan [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 1:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
It's a pain to do but it's not a hard job. You have to take a lot off the engine to get to the chains if you follow the manual but timing it is pretty easy. Line the dots up and put it on. Same as a belt. I wouldn't pass on a good car if the rattle is just chains or tensioner related. |
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| Author: | swifty_ano [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 1:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
I might start with a good service first if it seems like the chains then go from there. It wont be a daily for a while yet so might have to go have a squizz. Its bloody cheap thats for sure! |
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| Author: | murcod [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 1:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: xl7 ticking noise |
You'd really want to check it from a cold start (ie. after sitting over night) - that's when the timing chain noise will be at it's worst. The hydraulic lifters can also make a similar noise. Aftermarket oil filters can make the rattling worse (the oil filter is down low on the RHS of the engine - as you're facing the engine bay.) I've found Ryco filters really bad for it. I wouldn't class changing the chains as an easy job; I've done timing belt changes before but would be hesitant to attempt doing the chains/ tensioners. |
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