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Is this what the timing chain problem sounds like? (Video)

Exforder

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So is this the rattle you guys are hearing when it comes to the timing chain?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbHcNfevihk


I have more of a clicking noise with when I accelerate that's slightly metallic- it goes away quickly so I'm not sure if it's the timing chain or an exhaust leak that goes away when the exhaust get hots and expands. It definitely doesn't sound like this video, I just wanna try to verify what the hell this rattle actually sounds like.

Thanks for any input.
 






That's the sound

That is the familiar sound I had when first starting my engine. The chain rattle in the video seems to remain constant. It is very difficult to isolate the location of the noise source. I tried using a mechanic's stethoscope and also a short length of flexible hose. I thought my rattle was coming from the upper left front chain. Later I found that the primary tensioner had failed and the right/rear guide assembly had broken.
 






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