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Old 03-15-2010, 01:42 AM
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hey guys i got 99 neon this ia my 5th neon.. and she ticks at like 3 grand but then goes away at high rpms i thinkin mybe a lifter idk what do u guys think thanks guys
 
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:09 AM
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Technically, the neon doesn't have lifters but rather hydraulic lash adjusters and yes they can tick. Usually goes away on warm up, but if bad can tick continuously.

They will "tick" if low on fluid as well.
 
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Old 03-15-2010, 01:28 PM
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the low ever is oil and i kno what u mean on the warm up part but it does it even when its warmed up aT like 3 grand then if i go high it goes away
 
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Upgrade to a 2.7L / PT valve train for better oil distribution.
 
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how and were do i find that......
 
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Before I do this, do you have a sohc or dohc neon?
 
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its a sohc
 
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