Re: engine rattle

My '71 302 had very similar knock. I tore my motor down (it was on the list
anyways) we decided that the timing chain had seen better days. This was
back when I posted the question about the plastic covered timing gear. I
found all sorts of broken plastic pieces in the oil pan.

Scott
"Erik" <mustang@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> My engine 66 289, has a loud rattle/knock at low rpm.
> As soon as the engine is under load the rattle is gone.
> My first guess was crank/rod bearings, but I understand they should be
noisy
> under load and not at idle.
> Could it be the pistons? I know the cilinders are worn but compression is
> still ok (low but ok).
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks,
> Erik.
>
>


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