ddubalicious 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Hi all, We have a noise coming from the top of the engine, more noticeable when warm and only under slight engine load. I have the car booked in for repair but I do not know if I should have the engine rebuilt or replaced with a recon engine? I have looked for a recon engine but cannot seem to locate any. Is there anyone reliable who can supply me with a good reliable recon engine? Thanks ): Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andycowuk 0 Posted August 22, 2011 (edited) Only becuase you mention under load, my suspision is a loose manifold or a crack on it very close to the head.... I'd imagine if it was something to do with damaged valves, you' have running & starting issues, and camshaft and tappet noises are not really affected by engine load - more sensitive to RPM and temp. Edited August 22, 2011 by andycowuk slelpnig Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Supercharged 2 Posted August 22, 2011 What oil are you using? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ANDREW 30 0 Posted August 22, 2011 This could be cheap for the engine : http://www.edition38.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=401972&pid=3873156&st=0entry3873156 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mimjed 0 Posted August 22, 2011 I have an engine, needs a head gasket (drinking a bit of water), but other than that was fine for me. Dont know where you are but im in leics if you want a butchers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
