Gibson_Junk
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- My Car
- 1972 Mustang Coupe 351C
1969 Mustang Coupe EMPTY
Turned on my 72 this morning as I was going to take it for the monthly drive to make sure all was good. Turned it on and a knock was there. A tapping I guess. A revved it up a little bit to hear a 2 loud thuds. That that point I let off the gas and shut her down. I removed both valve covers to inspect and on one of the rods it looks as if it was hitting the edge at the opening where the rod is in. I am not entirely sure just yet.
It just came from no where. Oil level good along with all the other fluids.
Think its rod knock? Time for a rebuild?
Suggestions please. And if its rebuild time. Whats the difficult of a intermediate mechanic. I know how to do a bit but never really messed with engine internals.
Suggest a good kit or brand to get the parts. Also if it is rebuild time. .030 over a good choice? After the walls are inspect and checked for thickness
It just came from no where. Oil level good along with all the other fluids.
Think its rod knock? Time for a rebuild?
Suggestions please. And if its rebuild time. Whats the difficult of a intermediate mechanic. I know how to do a bit but never really messed with engine internals.
Suggest a good kit or brand to get the parts. Also if it is rebuild time. .030 over a good choice? After the walls are inspect and checked for thickness