Cosworth Knocking
09-12-2005, 05:43 PM
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Cosworth Knocking
Just started car today to find that there is a sharp knock which increases with reves
any ideas this engine has just been rebuilt some 400 miles ago
Advice/help greatly appreciated
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09-12-2005, 06:46 PM
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sharp knocking probably top end?is the cam getting enough oil? is oil pressure ok? could be a lifter jammed?
does it go once warm?
09-12-2005, 10:01 PM
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MMMmm longshot , crank pulley ???
more info please matey
09-12-2005, 10:38 PM
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Re: Cosworth Knocking
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Originally Posted by capri280
any ideas this engine has just been rebuilt some 400 miles ago
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10-12-2005, 12:42 AM
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I had a car do a similar thing couple of yrs ago and it was a cam cap come loose, it then snaped a cam and became a 3 cylinder all in same journey.
Easy one to check wip the lid off and check all the nuts are tight.
Good luck
10-12-2005, 11:05 PM
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TAKE IT BACK TO THE GARAGE BUDY 400 MILES !!!!
12-12-2005, 04:38 PM
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check all components have been done up correctly if it's botomend the damage might be done already
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take it bk to the garage and demand a refund or take the boys round with u
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