[walter g]

I hate to say this because its my only tractor I have for grass duty.
I'm starting to hear that clicking sound which I believe means the lifters aren't pumping up.
I changed oil about a month ago because I was hearing that sound. It stopped. Oil I use is penzoil 10 w 30.

This problem had been on and off. Vary the rpms and most of the time they pump up.
Hours are in the 2000 to 2500 range.
What should I check first.
Engine runs perfectly smooth no smoke, but it seems a little harder starting.

Edit
Tractor is a early 98 green square body lt. I think it's a LT 4000.
Engine is a CV 18s.

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[GA_Boy]

http://www.ehow.com/how_7910393_rid-engine-lifter-noise.html

You can also try SEA FOAM engine cleaner. Check with your LAPS.

 

[walter g]

Thanks.
I think I found one of the threads I'm looking for.

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[walter g]

I feel stupid. I started it up today and it was a little louder, so I shut it off and checked the oil.
It was down 1/2 way. Put oil in it and mowed the grass and they pumped back up.
I will keep a close eye on the oil level and check for leaks.

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[searstractorfan]

Go buy the one peice hydraulic lifter for a small block Chevy 350.... Direct drop In and best replacement!!


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