1994 Opel Kadett Noise from rockers after valve replacement

Tiny
JOHN KASCHULA
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  • 1994 OPEL KADETT
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 185,000 MILES
I replaced an exhaust and inlet valve on my kadett's head. The tensioner pulley came loose. I only replaced the two pistons which had marks on from the pistons. The rockers for these two pistons were also broken. I replaced the head gasket and all others I removed. I re-lapped the valves as well.

There is a knocking sound from the rockers. I can't be sure if it is any of the valves making this sound. This goes away when the car icles, but becomes louder when the car is revved. I am not sure if any of the hydraulic lifters are faulty or if I simply did not do something wrong when I reassembled the head.

I would really appreciate any advice.

Thanks,
John
Monday, March 30th, 2009 AT 6:42 AM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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Did you have the head pressure tested after replacing the 2 valves and before replacing on the car. I suspect some other valves may have been damaged in the original tensioner break !
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