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Subject:Need advice: Fresh rebuild seems noisy
From:Steven Dodson
Date:Sat, 22 Mar 2003 19:16:54 -0800

Hallo Volks,

I just finished rebuilding the Cyl 3-4 head.
Seems a bit noisy; valve clatter I think.

There are some minor exhaust leaks, can't figure that out either; new
exhaust gaskets.
I have some exhaust sealing putty that should solve that problem, but I
don't think
that's what's making the noise. The engine has been dry for a couple months,
perhaps the hydraulic lifters aren't working fully? Is there any thing else
I should look for?

Does anyone have any advice or suggestions for me before I take her out for
a spin?

-Steven Dodson
Kneeland, CA
"Inga" the 87 Syncro

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