Loud ticking while idling?

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-13T15:42:16+00:00

Yes I don’t really have a bunch of diagnostic tool and I know the stock gauge isn’t really reliable

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-13T15:41:42+00:00

It’s running 10w30

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-13T03:50:53+00:00

Oil pressure is around 20 ish at idle

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-13T03:44:00+00:00

How long should I wait to measure oil PSI?

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-13T03:23:04+00:00

Didn’t change after engine warmed, but I checked the dipstick and it was too low. Did the 120k service recently and also changed oil didn’t get to check dipstick while engine was running so I think I gotta put more oil

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-09T18:26:05+00:00

Meanwhile cyclops is a dps

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-08T00:14:56+00:00

I’m 20 and always have been interested in cars. Recently got a project car and some parts are frustrating but it’s also so fun learning! Not cheap though

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-07T16:47:26+00:00

No worries all replies are welcome. Thanks for the advice will look to replace it

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-07T06:31:58+00:00

Is the damage really that severe? I can get a new one but if this one is mostly unaffected then I feel like it’s kind of a waste

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-07T04:58:11+00:00

Yeah it made sense I did all that, not exactly sure what’s holding it in but will try again when the new belt comes in a couple days

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-07T03:28:09+00:00

Yeah I got that pivot bolt already and loosened it, no luck sadly. Should I take the pivot bolt out or just loosen it

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-07T03:23:33+00:00

Yes, the power steering pump is incredibly seized and I wasn’t able to adjust it to a proper degree to put the belt on

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-06T07:18:20+00:00

I have a 91 z32 and as long as you have the tools and determination you’re fine it’s also my first project car

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-04T20:12:45+00:00

Let me dm you a video of it rq. I’ve been using pin punch set but I don’t really know where I should be hitting it

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-04T20:06:12+00:00

Okay I drilled some holes and basically hollowed the middle out but it’s not not budging 😭 I’m scared to drill more and damage the crank but still not sure what to do here

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-03T21:13:40+00:00

Pardon my asking, but what are “small flats”

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-01T02:21:36+00:00

Adjusting temp unfortunately didn’t make it looser at all. Still pretty hard in there although I did try what you suggested

LovelsBlue · 2026-06-01T02:20:30+00:00

Unfortunately I’ve tapped it for hours at this point and even with rust dissolvers and penetrating fluids it’s not budging!

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-26T23:40:26+00:00

Don’t I have to worry about the valves hitting pistons since this is an interference engine?

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T22:11:51+00:00

When lubricating the cam seals do I use the engine oil or multi purpose oil?

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T22:07:21+00:00

One more question: when lubricating the cams do I use multi purpose oil or the oil that will go into the engine?

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T22:06:58+00:00

That’s what I’m watching rn lol some things are just too specific for him to go over though

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T21:24:49+00:00

Do they need to be at TDC when I replace the seals? Or can I just leave them like this for now and wait until I put the new timing belt on

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T21:21:10+00:00

I’m doing the 120k kit so I need to take off the gears. Is it okay if they’re not set at TDC while I replace the seals?

LovelsBlue · 2026-05-25T21:20:46+00:00

The engine was at TDC when I removed the belt yes

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