My engine is making alot more noise than it used to. I dont know how to describe the sound but its sounds like it squeals and ticks. I didnt notice this until after my clutch/flywheel install. Is there a relation??? Friend mentioned i might need a valve adjustment?

I'm a noob when it comes to engine internals, any advice is appreciated.

 

Sounds like you need to get your timing belt checked, etc.

I assume.

 

how long has it been since you have your valves adjusted? Did you install the clutch and flywheel yourself?

 

Ticking lightly or like a train on the tracks? If it's a long loud squeal, then check the belt. It could be slipping.... However, the squeal could be the classic clutch "chirp" (sounds like a bird) since you did mention a clutch install.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 98vtec &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how long has it been since you have your valves adjusted? Did you install the clutch and flywheel yourself?</TD></TR></TABLE>

The car has been regularly serviced for the last 9 years, but i wouldnt know if the dealer did a valve adjustment. And yes i did the install myself with a few friends.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GraphiteMW &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Sounds like you need to get your timing belt checked, etc.

I assume.</TD></TR></TABLE>

possibility but im not sure how to describe the sound the engine makes. its not a "squeal" like the sound a slipping belt makes. i will get it checked out tho.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Televator &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Ticking lightly or like a train on the tracks? If it's a long loud squeal, then check the belt. It could be slipping.... However, the squeal could be the classic clutch "chirp" (sounds like a bird) since you did mention a clutch install.</TD></TR></TABLE>

"ticking lightly". i never knew clutches made sounds when idling. ill have a basic engine check-up done asap to see if it solves anything.

Btw i'm considering taking it to the dealer since my parents would be willing to pay for it. They dont mind working on modded cars? Engine is stock, just bolt-on turbo kit.

 

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Btw i'm considering taking it to the dealer since my parents would be willing to pay for it. They dont mind working on modded cars? Engine is stock, just bolt-on turbo kit.</TD></TR></TABLE>

just a bolt on kit man you just say that effortlessly lol. but um as far as the ticking id say get yourself a valve adjustment. thats all i had to get done for me.

 

Well it's not easy to describe or judge sounds over the interweb, but now that you mention idleing, it does sound more like a belt issue.

So yeah, get it checked out at least for the loud sqeal being enough concern. The ticking, as far as I know, all hondas tick if you listen for it. Although, the ticking is distinct and it getting louder or erratic is not good.

 

thanks for the input guys, really appreciate it. Ill have my car go through a check-up as soon as i get the chance.

 

if you hadnt had a tune up in awhile id say get it done.