Most likely it's tappet or lifter that are not "pumped up" yet
They may be dirty
Since you said it does get better as you drive, I'm leaning towards the tappets, It is possible that other components may be worn also
This answer, in the link below, is the same advice to you
https://www.2carpros.com/questions/2000-ford-ka-tapping-from-engine
Keeps my pecking to a minimum too
See this too!
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=marvel+mystery+oil&oq=marvel+myster&aq=0&aqi=g4&aql=&gs_sm=c&gs_upl=1255l8663l0l11311l13l13l0l3l3l1l446l3848l3-7.3l10l0
If you return tomorrow, in 2 weeks, a month, or even a year...TO THIS SAME POST....I will be notified, and you can post your results!
The Medic
Jan 11, 2012 at 6:33 PM
