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How did you do the front mounts?

Recording the sound is a good suggestion. I’ll do that, but how do I post it on YouTube so everyone can find it? I don’t use YouTube. Can I post a video on this stream?

The only thing I saw amiss in the engine was a loose oil slinger on the front of the crankshaft, and I didn’t know how to fix it without dropping the pan. But I can’t imagine that little piece of sheet metal making such a loud clack

I used the correct shoulder boltsAnd there were no marks on the timing gear. But Good suggestion. Thanks

No rod-Using an electric pump, but thanks for the suggestion

Mine did too, for 30,000 miles. When the clacking noise began, I thought it was worn valves. That’s why I decided to change out the valves with adjustable lifters. When I fired it up, the clack was still there. Still puzzled. Any more ideas?

Mine did too, for 30,000 miles. When the clacking noise began, I thought it was worn valves. That’s why I decided to change out the valves with adjustable lifters. When I fired it up, the clack was still there.

I ran the engine and the noise didn’t go away after I removed the belt and pump

I have a noise in my 32 flathead and I have no idea where it’s coming from. It was noisy enough that I figured the valves needed adjusting, so I replaced the mushroom valves and split guides for the later straight stem valves, one piece guides and adjustable lifters. I adjusted the gaps and...