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Washer-on-a-threaded-rod sound?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by CharlesCollins, Mar 25, 2008.

  1. CharlesCollins

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    Washer-on-a-threaded-rod sound. That's the only way i can think of to describe the sound i hear when i get my XJ up to around 4500rpm. It doesn't happen right away, but after about 3-4 miles it starts up. It only happens at that point on the tach, and it doesn't matter what gear I'm in, or if I'm in gear at all.

    Any ideas?

    -c
     
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    Cam chain.

    They like to make that sound. Check to make sure the adjuster is working properly. If so, then maybe your chain needs to be replaced with a new one. They tend to get worn out, and the adjuster no longer is as effective as before.
     
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    And i suppose there is no such thing as Cam Chain Adjuster Fluid that I could just add to the oil and fix this, huh? Well, I guess I'll finally have to open her up. I gotta say, I'm more than a little nervous about this...I'll be posting as I get into it. Thanks!
     
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    is your adjuster all the way in already?
     
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    Dunno yet... I suppose I'd better check before doing some damage, huh? I'm just getting friendly with my shop manual now.
     
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    Do a search on this site for camchain tensioner adjustment. I have posted on it several times. The 550 probably has a manual tensioner. See my gallery for pics of manual and automatic tensioners.
     
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    Thanks! Will do... man, I love this place!
     
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