waderaces427
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- May 1, 2005
I have an 80k unopened motor. I have acquired a tapping noise that starts at 1600 rpms. I only hear when accelerating let off and I don't hear it. So I was using my magnet to listen to the valve covers and block. Then I put the magnet on the timing cover near the water pump and pull this out which is 1/2" diameter and 5/8" long. Does anyone know what this is? Additional info for the tapping noise. My water temp is good and the oil pressure is 60 psi cold/ 20 hot and I have about 60 psi at 2rpm cruise. The car runs normal and will boost till about 20 lbs and then breaks up and sometimes pops. I have a ta-49 with alky and turbotweak chip and the boost is set @23-24. only engine mod is upgraded springs approx 10k miles ago. Any help on the mystery (at least to me) part or the knock is appreciated..