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Old 06-20-2002, 11:16 AM
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Default Anyone know what a clicking sound coming from the engine..
could be. IT usually happens when i'm speeding up. I only notice it when my window is down but it makes the engine sound really crappy.
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Old 06-20-2002, 11:18 AM
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Car elves. They get angry if you ask them to work too much. Give them a raise or Christmas bonus.
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what engine? i know my 12v made a ticking sound from the lifters; even with 15w-50 Mobil 1.
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Just as long as it isn't the Underpants Gnomes.
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i'll try that =)
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its a 12V. 1997 2.8 Quattro
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=) Seriously, though, I have the same problem. Gonna try heavier oil as per above post...
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*Bwaaa!* Not the Underpants Gnomes! *twitch* They're stealing my underpants! *Bwaa!*
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Phase 1: collect underpants, Phase 2: ... Phase 3: Profit!!!
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