Date: 5 Feb 1999 23:43:18 GMT From: "Duane Dostie" <ddostienopsamtiernet.net> Subject: Re: 900 16V Turbo tappet noise - advice needed
Steve Porter <SPorternopsam.co.uk> wrote in article <36B9B38F.98B9DFE2nopsam.co.uk>... > I've just purchased a high mileage 1985 900 16V turbo. Following an oil > change, what was a slight tappet noise is now a fairly loud clatter > which can easily be heard inside the car. After speaking to my local > dealer I get the impression that this is an expensive job. > Is this something a relatively inexperienced mechanic (i.e. me) can > fix? Any advice gratefully received. You should first try replacing the plastic fittings on the cam oiler tubes located under the valve cover. The o-rings deteriorate and cause nasty valve noise. Replacing them might just fix your problem. Duane
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