So picked up this 01 v6 with a cracked pass side exhaust manifold, got some coated bbk headers installed on it and sure enough the exhaust leak ticking didn't go away... So not really sure if I have a valve problem or something as easy a exhaust leak somewhere... Any idea guys?
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Mine does the same thing. When I press the clutch the chirping goes away which Iv been told is the throw out bearing. But there is that ticking / knocking noise still. Which I had a answer for you. Hopefully someone cAn help us out
If you look sometimes the connection at the y under the car the nuts will get loose from the constant hearing and cooling and that may be the source of your leak. That's what is was on my car.
I believe number 2 rod is notorious for spinning then hammering under light throttle or a load,i know this is an old post but maybe you can use this information at a later date