1999 Dodge Ram Timing Chain?

1999 DODGE RAM
105,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JBLEHMAN
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There is a rattling noise from the engine when accelerating. Mostly on a hill or under load, once rpm's are up, noise stops. Could it be the timing chain hitting the cover, or more in depth like valves or lifters?
Nov 30, 2009 at 12:08 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chances are at 105K, the timing chain is still good. Could the noise be pinging from the valves from cheap gas?
Dec 4, 2009 at 10:47 AM
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