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Old Nov 20, 2001 | 03:38 AM
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My friend has a 91 Z28 that seems to have a tick from what sounds like the intake. It is not an exhaust leak. What could cause this?
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Old Nov 20, 2001 | 07:33 AM
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If it sounds like its coming from the top of the car its probably a bent pushrod or two...has be been over revving??
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Old Nov 20, 2001 | 07:34 AM
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It could be a ignition misfire.
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Old Nov 20, 2001 | 07:40 AM
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That too...does the car feel likes its lost any power??
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Old Nov 24, 2001 | 12:20 AM
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Does he happen to have headers? If so, it could be the AIR valves fluttering.
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could be the pcv valve tapping
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