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Re: V8 Knocking



>My V8 has begun to knock (ping).  It started about a week ago.  It only
>happens only during mild acceleration.  If I push to more aggressive
>acceleration the knock ceases.  Already changed fuel as the car is
>sensitive to max octane.  Best we can get is 93RON.  Anyone have any
>suggestions?  Have not made any other recent changes.  Engine is 100%
>stock.  No warning lamps, etc.
>Roland
>
>
>--
>Roland Broberg
>W319N657 Shagbark Glen
>Delafield, WI 53018-2818
>broberg@execpc.com
>broberg@cpg.mcw.edu
>Current: 90V8Q, 86 4Ks, Fmr:91 100, 86 5KTQ, 84 5K
>
>


Had similer problem.  Changed all the filters.  Did a tune up.  Changed
plugs with OE plugs, caps, rotors.  Problem solved.  Don't know why or how. 
Runs great on 92 octane gas (highest in my area).

Shayne