TAPPING NOISES FROM ENGINE/help

FLY_801 · Post by **FLY_801** » Sun May 30, 2004 10:54 pm

Hello all.

This is my first post here, i own a 95 model GPX fto and jus wondering if the tapping noises are hurting my car. When i bought the car i got it nrma inspected and the inspector said that it was a common problem in most of the V6 fto's but wasnt anything jus probably one of the lifters or shims (not too sure) was out of alignment so it makes the tapping noise. Has anyone else had this problem or know what else this tapping noise could be?? any info would be much appreciated thanks...

RichardH · Post by **RichardH** » Sun May 30, 2004 11:35 pm

Find a garage that has done the 6A12 valve clearance adjustment job, and book it in. This should really be done every 40,000km or so to keep it running smoothly.

It's about a 5 hour job, but you'll love the result!

- Rich

FTOluv · Post by **FTOluv** » Mon May 31, 2004 1:03 am

every Mivec FTO has this problem if the tappets havent been adjusted before.
As Richard said, it will run fair bit more smoother.

HRD2BQT · Post by **HRD2BQT** » Mon May 31, 2004 11:30 am

any sydney siders here knows of any garage that has done this kind of work?...

TimmyD · Post by **TimmyD** » Mon May 31, 2004 5:52 pm

mmmm.... im sure UAS has done this before

steven (smorison) would be able to give u there details.

Tim

FLY_801 · Post by **FLY_801** » Mon May 31, 2004 8:49 pm

thanks guys...any ideas to how much this would cost?????????? is it cheap or is it gona empty my wallet? does ti increase speed or anything

mrx · Post by **mrx** » Mon May 31, 2004 11:06 pm

I pick my car back up tomorrow from the mechanics, so I will let you know a rough cost. I am in Newcastle, so I can't help you with where to go, but really, any mechanic worth anything will be able to do it.

It would just be preferable to take it to someone who has done it before, but ultimately, just try and strike up a good relationship with a workshop so they will take that extra care of your baby when you hand her over. I think this is more important than anything.

Wherever you do take it, talk to them and let them know that you are looking for somewhere (and someone) to really look after your car. Repeat business is, after all, the key to growing a business so it is in their interest to make sure you are happy with what they do.

FLY_801 · Post by **FLY_801** » Tue Jun 01, 2004 12:48 pm

hey mrx im keen on knowing how much it costed you. I have been refered a plce and will giv them a buzz soon...

looii · Post by **looii** » Tue Jul 06, 2004 10:53 pm

Hi i'm from melb, and was wondering anyone know any good garage that does adjusting to the liftors??? If so can u please email me. Thanks.

FTO338 · Post by **FTO338** » Tue Jul 06, 2004 11:01 pm

I've u just keep scrolling down in the Techincal Performance Section, you should able to find what you looking for.

But heres one we prepare earlier

, just click on the link below.

http://www.ftoaustralia.com/modules.php ... pic&t=2653

If you still having trouble, just PM me.

Cheers

payaya · Post by **payaya** » Sat Jul 10, 2004 10:17 pm

how louds the tapping? if its faint could be your injectors.

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TAPPING NOISES FROM ENGINE/help

TAPPING NOISES FROM ENGINE/help

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