What does a single overhead cam engine mean?
Overhead cam relates to the presence of the camshaft located over the cylinders. The designation for single overhead cam relates to a bank of cylinders meaning only one camshaft is used on in-line engines.
When does a loose camshaft make the loudest noise?
Loose or improperly seated camshaft timing gears are usually loudest when warm. They are speed sensitive only. They are not load sensitive. Cam gear noise will usually be evident at a warm idle in neutral and sounds much like a loose timing chain noise.
Why does my car make a loud noise when I start the engine?
Damaged or worn main bearing noise is revealed by dull thuds or knocks which happen on every engine revolution. This noise is loudest when the engine is under heavy load.
Why is the crankshaft noise so loud under heavy load?
This noise is loudest when the engine is under heavy load. Excessive crankshaft end play is indicated by an intermittent rap or knock sharper than a worn main bearing. The following are causes of main bearing noise: A damaged or worn connecting rod bearing will produce knock under all speeds.
Loose or improperly seated camshaft timing gears are usually loudest when warm. They are speed sensitive only. They are not load sensitive. Cam gear noise will usually be evident at a warm idle in neutral and sounds much like a loose timing chain noise.
Damaged or worn main bearing noise is revealed by dull thuds or knocks which happen on every engine revolution. This noise is loudest when the engine is under heavy load.
This noise is loudest when the engine is under heavy load. Excessive crankshaft end play is indicated by an intermittent rap or knock sharper than a worn main bearing. The following are causes of main bearing noise: A damaged or worn connecting rod bearing will produce knock under all speeds.
Where does the knocking noise from the engine come from?
The noise comes from deep in the bowels of your motor. When you rev up the engine, the pitch and frequency changes. At one point, it sounds like the knocking noise nearly disappears. When you let off the gas, it continues and maybe even gets louder.