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Engine noise?

Tiny
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1996 Ford Escort, 135,000 mi.

the car (engine, I believe) is making a tapping or clicking noise. Noise exists in lower gears, esp at lower rpms.
Our local mechanic said he drove it, got it warmed up, listened to it with his stethescope, and the noise 'seemed' to come from cylinder #4, a tapping. He suggested possibly a valve or rocker arm needs attention. Stated he would need to 'tear into it' to confirm/diagnose the problem.
The noise only started a few weeks ago. It's not very loud, but noticable.
Mechanic replaced the plug wires due to a misfire (also in #4), found from a check engine code.
What are your thoughts? And what kind of price to repair? # Of service hours? Part prices?

thank you.

Kevin
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2006 AT 9:09 AM

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Tiny
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Has your oil level been constant and have you tried any additives to increase the lubrication?
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2006 AT 10:34 AM
Tiny
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No, I havent tried anything yet- i'm gathering info/ideas.
One of the most recommended is adding 1 qt of Rislone, to quiet the thing down.
Not sure if the oil level has be 'constant', but I believe it's not been neglected or at poor levels- to my knowledge. Overall, fairly well cared for.
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2006 AT 12:51 PM
Tiny
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Well, now it misfired again, and the service light is on again (it flashed when it misfired). Still the tick.
Help.

KM
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Friday, November 17th, 2006 AT 8:31 AM

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