"maxpower" > wrote in message
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> "Blondie" > wrote in message
> news:A5v6f.3542$Ix3.2578@dukeread05...
>> Hello,
>> I have started to notice, what sounds like a problem coming from my
>> engine
>> when it is at higher RPM's. It sounds similar to the noise you hear from
> an
>> engine that has mechanical valve lifters that are out of adjustment
> (loose).
>> Under the hood, the noise seems to be coming from the top of the engine.
>> The vehicle has 50,000 miles on it, and I have changed the oil every
>> 3,000
>> miles since new (10W-30). Anyone that has knowledge about this I would
>> greatly appreciate your input.
>>
>>
>
> Without hearing the noise it would be hard to say, but yes it could be
> lifter noise
>
> Glenn Beasley
> Chrysler Tech
>
Hello Glenn,
Thanks for the reply. I guess I should have also asked the question of
whether this particular engine is known for, or notourious for, any kind of
problem in the cam/lifter/valve area?