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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 10:57 PM
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What does it sound like and are there any other signs (other then noise) that you can look for. Yesturday I noticed a funny sound from my motor. Sounded like someone was winding up a toy (constant) but louder. Today I went for a spin maybe 2 miles and nothing. Very weird.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 10:59 PM
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Default RE: Engine Knock...

The noise you refer to sounds like your primary chain...though tough to say without hearing it or a better explanation.

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Old Sep 19, 2005 | 12:01 AM
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Check your primary chain, the noise will change as the motor heats up

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Old Sep 19, 2005 | 04:47 AM
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That's exactly when it happens. Is it normal, Should I be worried? I don't remember my evo making a the same noise but then again it was a hell of alot louder.
 
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