Chuck... Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Faint knock at startup, louder as it warmed up, sounded like a rod knock. Thought it might be related to severe oil loss (thanks to "Oilcan Henry, dipshit tech not getting the oil filter tight!) 5 quarts down when I found it and refilled and tightened the filter, it was barely hand tight... Still had good pressure. Anyway, took it to the local Ford dealer who listened to it for a while and pronounced it as "piston slap when reved on startup and top end knock. Motor needs to be replaced. for only $7500 out the door". Brought it back home and pulled the RH rocker cover. Timing chain was loose so I ordered the parts to replace both tensioners and chains and consumable parts. I have read that a set of cam locks is needed when changing the chains. Anyone know if the M-6256-T6487 kit is correct for the Cobra engine? Anything to watch out for ??? thanks, chuck... I may be getting older, but I ain't gonna grow up! (55 and climbing!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomaro Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Cant answer your question chuck, but you may be better off posting this on svtperformance.com. You might get a faster response there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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