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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 11:23 AM
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Default 99 dodge caravan engine noise

A good buddie of mine was saying that dodge 3.3 liter was know for bad valve guides.I have a tick in my motor that increases with the rpm.Does anyone have pic's or know how to open up the motor to replace these? I want to do it myself and just want to get a visual of what im in for.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 11:08 PM
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No. the guides are not the problem. The rocker shaft tower break and cause a ticking sound. In most cases its the rear cylinder head. Number 1 cylinder. But you would need to isolate the noise.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 11:24 PM
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Correct me if I'm wrong. The rocker shaft tower is a cast part of the head and if it breaks, it can not be repaired on the vehicle. The head needs to be removed and replaced or welded. Yes?
 
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