rich201283
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 04:10 PM |
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Zetec tappet noise?
I have a tapping noise coming from the cam cover, I belive it is a hydrolic tappet or follower that is causing the issue.
Can anyone advise whats the best way to fix this?
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RichardK
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 04:44 PM |
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I thought all silver tops did this until they were warm/hot has it been run up properly if it hasnt I'd just leave it and see how it goes when
its on the road.
Cheers
Rich
Gallery updated 11/01/2011
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britishtrident
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 04:50 PM |
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What grade oil are you using ? anything other than 5w/30 can cause hydraulic tappet problems on silver top engines.
Even if you are already using 5w/30 a dosing with Wynns Hydraulic lifter treatment might clear it.
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rich201283
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 04:59 PM |
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Im using 5w/20w its been running fine for a while but has just started doing it
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RichardK
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 05:12 PM |
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In that case I'd treat it to a oil change and try the goo that BT recommends above, and run it until it dies and then change it for a black top
when possible.
Cheers
Rich
Gallery updated 11/01/2011
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macc man
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 06:04 PM |
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Had the same issue with mine til I changed to correct synthetic oil. Sounds fine now.
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big_wasa
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 08:10 PM |
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5w20 is a bit thin.
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skodaman
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 09:06 PM |
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I run one of my silvertops for a couple of years on 10w/40 without tappet noises though I know you shouldn't. 140,000 mile engine as well. Low
oil level makes em rattle though.
Skodaman
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Danozeman
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| posted on 24/6/11 at 09:06 PM |
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You need 5w30 in there mate. 20 is too thin so it will tap. I find zetecs seem to prefer fords own oil aswell they are funny with the wrong oil.
Dan
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