1998 Ford Windstar Loud Ticking in Engine

1998 FORD WINDSTAR
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HEAVENLY1980
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1998 Ford Windstar Front Wheel Drive Automatic 145000 miles

When I start the car after it has sat awhile, there is a really loud ticking noise. As I drive it eventually goes away. Timing belt? Water pump? Cords? I just replaced, heater cord, radiator hose, head gasket, water pump hose, belt tensioner, etc. Man, what else?
Nov 2, 2010 at 1:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If it is a ticking, chances are it is a lifter collapsing. After running for some time, it pumps back up and the noise will go away.
Nov 5, 2010 at 11:04 AM
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