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Question: Why dose my truck sound like a valve tapping?

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Mrfixit1, 4.2L V6, Millen, GA, March 16, 2010, 18:07
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We have replaced Cam and lifters. Checked rod bearing and main bearing, But the Tapping noise just wont go away??? plz help i done spent $800.00+++++ just in parts and I cant stand much more.

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    Bret Bodas March 19, 2010, 16:09
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    This is a problem that requires seeing and hearing the vehicle, and possibly tearing down the engine. Is the oil pressure OK?

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