1999 Chevy Tahoe NOISE LIFTERS

1999 CHEVROLET TAHOE
105,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAUL 528
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Recently when starting the tahoe the lifters are
making a ticking noise. After driving for a few
minutes it stops. It get worse when it is colder
out. I have put JB tune up in, it seems to help
for awhile. I have changed the oil regularly.
Nov 17, 2008 at 8:23 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Try some Marvel Mystery Oil it will clean lifters. And help them pump up. If this fails there is excessive wear in valve train.
Nov 18, 2008 at 10:26 AM
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PAUL 528
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does this mean cam and lifters?
Nov 19, 2008 at 7:15 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Yes
Nov 22, 2008 at 9:37 AM
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