Ticking on startup.. pl help me in the right direction

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Clean_pony

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91 5.0 untouched motor, Advanced timming.. thats about it.
130,000KM on the motor
I drive the car a few times a week. sometimes it might sit for a week at the longest.


My problem is on start up. I hear a ticking sound.. like dry lifters.. it's fast and slows down to nothing in about 1 second.

Is this my oil pump on it's way out?
I have checked the oil level. thats fine.

I was thinking of replaceing the oil pump.

any other ideas?? i'm stuck


thanks

Branden

 

281pony

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sounds like an oiling issue. have you tried pulling the valve covers and starting the car? watch how fast/slow the oil comes through the pushrods.

id say your on the right path by looking at the oil pump, but its hard to tell without being there.

 

281pony

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also how is your oil pressure? an autometer mechanical gauge might be nice for an accurate reading.

 

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if this is an oil pump issue. I am looking at a HCI / SC Combo this winter.. I haven't put together a combo yet but which Oil Pump should I be looking at? stock replacement or aftermarket?

 

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A regular mellings pump will do you fine.

Mario