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  1. 11-21-2008, 12:09 PM #1
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    Default LS motor question

    My wife has a 1999 LS Integra and whenever it first starts up the motor is really loud at idle. It sounds like valve clatter, but Im not too sure. What are some ways we can take care of this issue? Thanks for any insight
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  2. 11-21-2008, 12:18 PM #2
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    does it just last for a second when it starts? it may just be dry running until oil P. builds up and feeds to the head and bearings.

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  3. 11-21-2008, 12:24 PM #3
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    sounds if its that loud is a rod knock
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    its seems as if it coming from the valve cover. It will sound like that for a few minutes and quiets down a bit. It doesnt go away but it tones down significantly.
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    valve adjustments cost about 30-40 local shops!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tech5
    valve adjustments cost about 30-40 local shops!
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    Valve adjustment is your best bet.
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  7. 11-21-2008, 02:41 PM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tech5
    valve adjustments cost about 30-40 local shops!
    that would be my starting point

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    Thanks guys. I really appreciate the help
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  9. 11-21-2008, 10:40 PM #9
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    welcome man!
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  10. 11-21-2008, 10:55 PM #10
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    no you need my bc0022 cams. :]
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    Quote Originally Posted by xdavidscenex
    no you need my bc0022 cams. :]
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  12. 11-21-2008, 11:13 PM #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tech5
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    Its a stock daily!
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  14. 11-21-2008, 11:20 PM #14
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    well he might want go fast stuff.
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    its his wifes car!
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    well he might want go fast stuff.
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  16. 11-22-2008, 09:51 AM #16
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    Quote Originally Posted by xdavidscenex
    well he might want go fast stuff.
    HAHA! She could care less how fast her car is or what it looks like. Thanks for the offer though
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  17. 11-22-2008, 11:13 PM #17
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    well if you need the clearances to do it yourself let me know all you need is a feeler guage
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