Ghost_boy_05

I just finished rebuilding my 22re engine, I start it up and there's some noise that sounds like its coming from the top of the engine. I replaced everything but the block. everything else is new. It drives fine but has a ticking noise. The only thing I can think of is the valves. But I dont know, any ideas?

flyingbrass

Rockers hitting the valve cover is a common issue. If the nuts on top of the rubber grommets are too tight the rockers can make contact with the cover. I presume you used a new valve cover gasket. An old, squished one decreases clearance.

Have you double checked your valve clearances?

Ghost_boy_05

Yes its a new valve cover gasket, and after I put my head on I set the velve clearances, but may need to re check them. I set the clearances at 8 and 12 ???

flyingbrass

Tighten the valve cover nuts just enough so the rubber starts to squish a bit. Don't crank them down hard.

Engnbldr and others recommend going back over the head bolts with a torque wrench in proper tightening sequence after a heating cycle or several to make sure they are all where they are supposed to be. Not that this relates to your problem, but I'd give them a once over before rechecking the valves.

Yep, .008" and .012" is the standard, but adjust them when hot. When warmed up the gaps open slightly, so yours might be loose enough to rattle.

Ghost_boy_05

ok, thank you. I will give that a try when I get off work tomorrow. And again Thank you!!!