Looking for bottom end knock

Discussion in 'General Turbo Buick Tech' started by rb68rr, Feb 3, 2012.

  1. rb68rr Active Member

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    Should the rod caps have any side to side play in them? On mine I can wiggle then just a little bit! How do I determine where the knock is coming from? Thanks, R.B.
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  3. Nick Micale Well-Known Member

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    Yes, they must have side play.

    Since the pan is most likely off the engine, you will need to remove the rod caps to see if you have a bad bearing.

    Usually it is the upper bearing that gets hammered.
  4. rb68rr Active Member

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    Thanks Nick!
  5. Chuck Leeper Older than most

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    Cut the filter open... NE bearings "residing" there???
    What did you see when you took the pan down?


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