Engine ticking noise

1997 ACURA INTEGRA
188,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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WILLVINE32
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i have the vehicle listed above gsr b18c. well, it started out sounding like just the valves ticking,then it started to overheat. i put more oil in and the ticking quieted some. Then not sure but the noise sounded bad so my mind went to the thought of a spun bearing but it will start up for a second then shut off but still makes noise. All this stemmed from the two cam seals leaking and that other cam seal that looks like a delete located next to the distributor. I feel like it needs a bottom end rebuild or just the rod bearings and valves done. help
Jun 11, 2021 at 6:26 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It could be a head gasket issue and several other things. Is it possible for you to record what it's doing so I can hear and see what's happening?

In the interim, here is a link you may find of interest. It discusses common engine noises. Take a look through it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-noises

Let me know if you can record it.

Take care,

Joe
Jun 12, 2021 at 9:49 PM