ticking noise from head cylinder one exhaust side

El Supracabras · 06-13-2011, 12:48 PM

You sure it's not an exhaust leak between the head and manifold? The exhaust studs can loosen and let it leak past the gasket. It can sound just like a tick at idle. Look for black soot around the ports.

06-13-2011, 12:48 PM	#3
El Supracabras 3" Exhaust Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 240	You sure it's not an exhaust leak between the head and manifold? The exhaust studs can loosen and let it leak past the gasket. It can sound just like a tick at idle. Look for black soot around the ports.