Thread: Engine Knock at Idle and Cruise
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08-08-2007 09:50 AM #1
Engine Knock at Idle and Cruise
This is a Ford 390 (?) in my grandfather's Ranchero. I posted it here because it could apply to any make/model engine I suppose.
He says that when his motor gets up to temp, there is a slight knocking noise from somewhere around the #8 cylinder (rear, pass) at idle (more noticeable) and also when cruising (less noticeable but getting worse). It goes away when accelerating and decellerating. He had someone listen with a steth and couldnt determine whether it was upper or lower end but it is definitely there in that part of the block.
Does this sound like a wrist pin or rod bearing? Cracked piston? What would be the best/next course of action?
I saw last night on fb about John. The world sure lost a great one. I'm going to miss his humor, advice, and perspective from another portion of the world. Rest in Peace Johnboy.
John Norton aka johnboy