1999 V10 Ratlle
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5th Wheeling
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1999 V10 Ratlle
Good evening all! I have a question that needs some input. I've got a 1999 Super Duty with 120,000 miles. This runs very well. I am it's second owner.
My problem is, I have a "Rattle" for several minutes at startup. It is definitely not from the top end. I thought it was a loose exhaust shield, but it seems loudest near the oil pan underneath.
Oil pressure is great (on the gauge). Doesn't use oil. Oil never has metal particles.
Could it be a noisy oil pump? Any thoughts?
Thanks so much!
My problem is, I have a "Rattle" for several minutes at startup. It is definitely not from the top end. I thought it was a loose exhaust shield, but it seems loudest near the oil pan underneath.
Oil pressure is great (on the gauge). Doesn't use oil. Oil never has metal particles.
Could it be a noisy oil pump? Any thoughts?
Thanks so much!
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From: sussex county, nj
old v10's were good for losing exhaust manifold studs,causing exhaust leaks ,might want to take a gander at them also
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What they said ^^^^^^^
I'm curious: does the rattle change frequency or tone if you gradually run the engine up to like 1,500RPM?
I'm curious: does the rattle change frequency or tone if you gradually run the engine up to like 1,500RPM?
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( "Rattle" for several minutes at startup) what ever sounds like it goes away when warm which sounds more like a exhaust leak or metal expanding heaven help the op if it's sloppy timing chains ,
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No more noise.
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5th Wheeling
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Thanks for all these suggestions. I do know the rattle does sound loudest underneath near the tranny so the loose flexplate cover may be the answer.
I am missing several exhaust manifold studs, but not hearing the "tick" that a leaking manifold usually gives.
I will be checking into this as soon as the weather warms. I really appreciate y'all's help!
Will try to post back when I've figured it out
Blessings,
Dale
I am missing several exhaust manifold studs, but not hearing the "tick" that a leaking manifold usually gives.
I will be checking into this as soon as the weather warms. I really appreciate y'all's help!
Will try to post back when I've figured it out
Blessings,
Dale
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5th Wheeling
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From: Upstate, SC
I did tighten the torque converter cover and it made a big difference. I'm going to try the vacuum hose trick ASAP.
It sounds so much like a rattling heat shield, etc. definitely not from the front of the engine like a timing chain. It definitely originates underneath.
Thanks to all for your help!
Blessings,
Dale
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