clacking sound from 12v 2.8 engine..

[Elliott Potter]

On Mon, 29 Oct 2001 09:12:59 -0800 (PST), Kris Hansen wrote:

> Recently, I have noticed a clacking noise coming from
>  somewhere in the lower front of the engine on our '96
>  A4 2.8q.. It is similar to the lifter noise, but
>  louder and more metallic, not to mention more
>  sporadic. Temp of engine seems to make no difference.
>  What are things to look for? Waterpump? Idlers?

..oil pressure valves?
Does engine load have anything effect on it, i.e. A/C on/off, hard driving,
idling only, etc.?
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Elliott