few items needing input...
hey everyone,
Well there are a few things that I am needing some advice on during my journey of getting my Galant in tip top shape. Most being small concerns but you know how the small things count largely :). Well first thing, the valve ticking noise that the 4G64 is infamous for. I notice that on warmer days the ticking is only there for a few minutes after driving whereas on cold days it takes longer for the ticking to disappear. Well my car has been this way until I got an oil change yesterday whereas I changed my oil from conventional to a synthetic blend (not full synthetic). Now the valve ticking occurs for a much longer time than usual and it has been warming up in CT the past week or so. Any ideas? Maybe the change in oil?
Next, I've noticed since I owned the car that the engine makes a whizzing noise, if you would, when accelerating. It only occurs during acceleration at about half throttle (maybe a little less) and on but I dont hear it if I am just accelerating slowly. Any ideas?
Also, are there any common trunk leaks in the Galant. I notice that when it rains the inside of my trunk gets wet but only on the left and right sides near the tail lights. Any ideas?
Lastly, might anyone have or have access to a throttle body assembly including the TPS and IACV they are willing to sell. I have idle issues that I have been told was due to the IACV and my throttle body sticks closed at times also therefore I want to replace the entire assembly. Thanks!!
AJ