Hello,

We recently purchased a nice 1986 Westie (only 60000km).  I started it today
to move it down the driveway in order to stack some firewood.  When the
engine started there was a horrific clack clack clack keeping time with the
beat of the engine.  It has not been moved for about a week.  Although we
have only had the camper for a short time, I have never heard anything like
it - so it has abruptly started.

I checked the oil and then drove it around the neighbourhood.  After
about ten minutes with no respite, it suddenly faded away.  While driving
around it wasn't as loud as it was idling, but still noticeable.

The only thing that I could see out of place was that the muffler was
shaking pretty hard when I first started the engine up - but I am unfamiliar
with these engines.  All the clamps seem good and in place.

The only thing we've done since last driving it was test run the catalytic
heater and run the fridge on propane and AC.  I also has rained like heck
two nights in a row.

Funnily enough, we're about to go off on our first little trip tommorow. HA
HA.

The noise has receded back under the normal exhaust sounds and running of
the engine.  It was LOUD.  I would appreciate any help, ideas, advice or
insight from the group.

Thank you,

Danl

Bedford, Nova Scotia

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