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can I free a sticky lifter using Seafoam?

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by iamgeer, Jul 22, 2005.

  1. Jul 22, 2005
    iamgeer

    iamgeer Member

    Calgary,...
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    I have a '74 304 with 44000mi. On startup and on idle I have a lifter that ticks a little. Not the end of the world, but is annoying. I have read good things about seafoam and would like some feedback from y'all on your experiences and if its a good idea.

    Karl
     
    iamgeer, Jul 22, 2005
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  2. Jul 22, 2005
    jd7

    jd7 Sponsor

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    Did for me, poured into tank and down carb plus put Marvels Mystery Oil in crankcase.
     
    jd7, Jul 22, 2005
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  3. Jul 22, 2005
    scott milliner

    scott milliner Master Fabricator

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    Not having seeing the inside of a 304, i've had good luck adjusting the lifter. I just removed the valve cover. Then started it up, and with my thumb pushed down on each lifter until I found the one that was making noise. Then with a little adjustment noise never came back.
     
    scott milliner, Jul 22, 2005
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  4. Jul 22, 2005
    jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

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    be aware that the source of the noise could also come from the rocker "pivot' or aluminum "bridge"; wear between the rocker arm and the pivot can make the same sound; if worn, usually replacing the rocker arm and pivot together is necc
    FYI
     
    jpflat2a, Jul 22, 2005
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  5. Jul 22, 2005
    Grinsha

    Grinsha minimally sufficient

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    Before you change the oil next time put some Automatic tranny fluid in the oil. (the kind with detergent in it) I have fixed a couple sticky lifters that way. Change the oil after it has run for an hour or so.
     
    Grinsha, Jul 22, 2005
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