ticking noise

xbballkid_x · June 12th, 2009, 06:19 PM

i have a 96 mustang gt i just put performance coil packs on and new plug wires. after the engine is warm there is a ticking noise. i tried making the gap wider to a .065 but the noise is still there. when i take my foot off the gas the ticking goes away. could someone please help me

Antfo89 · June 13th, 2009, 10:01 AM

I have a wierd noise also its the timing chain slop. When it idles it nicks the cover. notorious on our cars apparently.

2002 BLK GT · June 13th, 2009, 03:07 PM

Originally Posted by xbballkid_x

i have a 96 mustang gt i just put performance coil packs on and new plug wires. after the engine is warm there is a ticking noise. i tried making the gap wider to a .065 but the noise is still there. when i take my foot off the gas the ticking goes away. could someone please help me

So it didnt make that before? and it just happened after the wires? This could be the biggest problem,a piston hitting use an stethoscope put it on the valve covers if you hear it louder your problem is inside. Any mods to the car?

xbballkid_x · June 14th, 2009, 12:24 AM

"stethoscope put it on the valve covers if you hear it louder your problem is inside. Any mods to the car? "

i did that and it sounded normal no piston knocking
and to antfo89... the ticking noise is only during acceleration with the foot on the gas... if i take my foot off the ticking goes away... if i stop the car and let it idle it does not tick

2002 BLK GT · June 14th, 2009, 12:39 AM

Check your exhaust for leaks, lift the car have some one rev it while you're down there....

97stanggt · June 14th, 2009, 01:57 AM

Big daddys got the idea my car does it too after had taken the exhaust off for a throwout bearing repair im guessing the gasket on one side doesnt like to be used twice but i know thats where my tick comes from also could be from other coupling points of the exhaust or a small rusted through hole and at worst case scenario or however ya spell it. it could be the manifold gaskets bad on one side

2002 BLK GT · June 14th, 2009, 02:02 AM

Thanks lol^ that's what I tried to say, mine broke from the manifold where it connects to the y pipe and I just had it welded and worked.

OP try moving the manifold from under the car with your hand if it moves then its starting to break, they shouldnt move.

xbballkid_x · June 21st, 2009, 06:10 PM

its not an exhaust leak the only time it ticks is when i am accelerating... doesnt tick when i let off gas or if im just idling.

4.6LMadness · June 21st, 2009, 07:22 PM

Don't say it isn't an exhaust leak until you get under and check. never assume until you know and never rule out possibilities. my car has a small exhaust leak on the drivers side and it can only be heard under acceleration. You cant hear mine at idle either just so ya know.

xbballkid_x · June 22nd, 2009, 03:47 PM

ok i def. agree with you on dont assume anything especially with cars... one symptom could be a million different things... so i got under the car and checked for the exhaust leak and none were found... the other thing i checked was the spark plugs and the ring around the ceramic is funny colored... i just put the plugs in and took it for a test drive... they are like a yellowish color just on the ring thanks for all your replies on the subject this is driving me crazy.

4.6LMadness · June 22nd, 2009, 06:52 PM

Car might be detonating? Is it tuned?

xbballkid_x · June 22nd, 2009, 06:55 PM

(sigh) thats kinda what i was thinking cuz ive checked all the plug gaps, plugs are the right heat range, and i just recently tried cleaning the MAF but its still doing it so im just gonna bring it to the dealer 2morro morning and have them take care of it.

4.6LMadness · June 22nd, 2009, 06:57 PM

How long have you had your car?

xbballkid_x · June 22nd, 2009, 08:33 PM

about 2 years now and it has 61000 miles

4.6LMadness · June 22nd, 2009, 08:34 PM

Any recent mods?

xbballkid_x · June 22nd, 2009, 08:46 PM

373 gears, cold air intake, steeda tri-ax, exhaust, and then the most recent coil packs i put on but i went back to stock because right after those it started making the noise

4.6LMadness · June 22nd, 2009, 08:48 PM

Did you check all connections before and after the install? Make sure no wires were all fuckard up?

Fluffy The Rhino · June 22nd, 2009, 10:27 PM

Sounds to me either like an exhaust leak or the oh so glorious head tick

4.6LMadness · June 23rd, 2009, 03:37 AM

i don't think its the head tick, my car has that and that shit is noticeable at idle.

330CubeGt · June 23rd, 2009, 07:59 PM

To check for a Exhaust leak Start up the car have some one hold a baled up rag over the tail pipes and if any exhaust leak you will hear it while laying under the car,Do a cold start so once you hear the leak you have time to put your hand on the pipe and feel where its coming from befor it gets to hot.

June 12th, 2009, 06:19 PM	#1
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	ticking noise i have a 96 mustang gt i just put performance coil packs on and new plug wires. after the engine is warm there is a ticking noise. i tried making the gap wider to a .065 but the noise is still there. when i take my foot off the gas the ticking goes away. could someone please help me

June 13th, 2009, 10:01 AM	#2
Antfo89 Regular 1998 Mustang GT n/a Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 132 iTrader: 0 reviews	I have a wierd noise also its the timing chain slop. When it idles it nicks the cover. notorious on our cars apparently. __________________ " There are alot of things to think about, but nothing to worry about "

June 14th, 2009, 12:39 AM	#5
2002 BLK GT Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mach 1 & 02 GT *************** Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: S. California Posts: 2,178 iTrader: 0 reviews	Check your exhaust for leaks, lift the car have some one rev it while you're down there.... __________________ 2003 Mach 1 Procharged 500rwhp club

June 14th, 2009, 01:57 AM	#6
97stanggt Regular 1997 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: South Dakota Posts: 299 iTrader: 0 reviews	Big daddys got the idea my car does it too after had taken the exhaust off for a throwout bearing repair im guessing the gasket on one side doesnt like to be used twice but i know thats where my tick comes from also could be from other coupling points of the exhaust or a small rusted through hole and at worst case scenario or however ya spell it. it could be the manifold gaskets bad on one side __________________ ____________________________________________ 97 Stang GT 5sp 5.4L SOHC 96 F-250 Stroker -=-Modded-=- 08 Kawasaki Brute Force 7504x4I Selling PI Cams/NPI intake Alum Cross/4.6L LongBLock minus Oil pan and most of the timing cover bolts.

June 14th, 2009, 02:02 AM	#7
2002 BLK GT Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mach 1 & 02 GT *************** Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: S. California Posts: 2,178 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thanks lol^ that's what I tried to say, mine broke from the manifold where it connects to the y pipe and I just had it welded and worked. OP try moving the manifold from under the car with your hand if it moves then its starting to break, they shouldnt move. __________________ 2003 Mach 1 Procharged 500rwhp club

June 14th, 2009, 12:24 AM	#4
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	"stethoscope put it on the valve covers if you hear it louder your problem is inside. Any mods to the car? " i did that and it sounded normal no piston knocking and to antfo89... the ticking noise is only during acceleration with the foot on the gas... if i take my foot off the ticking goes away... if i stop the car and let it idle it does not tick

June 21st, 2009, 06:10 PM	#8
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	its not an exhaust leak the only time it ticks is when i am accelerating... doesnt tick when i let off gas or if im just idling.

June 21st, 2009, 07:22 PM	#9
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	Don't say it isn't an exhaust leak until you get under and check. never assume until you know and never rule out possibilities. my car has a small exhaust leak on the drivers side and it can only be heard under acceleration. You cant hear mine at idle either just so ya know. __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 22nd, 2009, 03:47 PM	#10
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	ok i def. agree with you on dont assume anything especially with cars... one symptom could be a million different things... so i got under the car and checked for the exhaust leak and none were found... the other thing i checked was the spark plugs and the ring around the ceramic is funny colored... i just put the plugs in and took it for a test drive... they are like a yellowish color just on the ring thanks for all your replies on the subject this is driving me crazy.

June 22nd, 2009, 06:52 PM	#11
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	Car might be detonating? Is it tuned? __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 22nd, 2009, 06:55 PM	#12
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	(sigh) thats kinda what i was thinking cuz ive checked all the plug gaps, plugs are the right heat range, and i just recently tried cleaning the MAF but its still doing it so im just gonna bring it to the dealer 2morro morning and have them take care of it.

June 22nd, 2009, 06:57 PM	#13
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	How long have you had your car? __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 22nd, 2009, 08:33 PM	#14
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	about 2 years now and it has 61000 miles

June 22nd, 2009, 08:34 PM	#15
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	Any recent mods? __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 22nd, 2009, 08:46 PM	#16
xbballkid_x Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 7 iTrader: 0 reviews	373 gears, cold air intake, steeda tri-ax, exhaust, and then the most recent coil packs i put on but i went back to stock because right after those it started making the noise

June 22nd, 2009, 10:27 PM	#18
Fluffy The Rhino Bearer of Bad News I has mustang and legacy. Slower than my Ruger. Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The Fuckening Posts: 2,377 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sounds to me either like an exhaust leak or the oh so glorious head tick __________________ ~MOD NUTSWINGER~ My Tongue Soothes Razorburn STOPSAYINGFAIL.COM EVERY FART IS A GAMBLE Just Think Of Me As A White Blood Cell.

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June 22nd, 2009, 08:48 PM	#17
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	Did you check all connections before and after the install? Make sure no wires were all fuckard up? __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 23rd, 2009, 03:37 AM	#19
4.6LMadness Enthusiast 1998 GT Mustang N/A Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portsmouth, Ohio Posts: 845 iTrader: 0 reviews	i don't think its the head tick, my car has that and that shit is noticeable at idle. __________________ Pi Swapped, K&N CAI, Diablo Tune, BBk O/R X-Pipe with Flow's dumped and a 5.4L on its way.

June 23rd, 2009, 07:59 PM	#20
330CubeGt MM Fanatic 1997 SVT COBRA 1996 Mustang V6 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Orlando Posts: 4,880 iTrader: 14 reviews	To check for a Exhaust leak Start up the car have some one hold a baled up rag over the tail pipes and if any exhaust leak you will hear it while laying under the car,Do a cold start so once you hear the leak you have time to put your hand on the pipe and feel where its coming from befor it gets to hot. __________________ -04 IRS - Magnaflow - Wheel Replica - Autometer - FTBR - FRPP - SCT - Brembo - PRO 5.0 - BOI-

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