2003 Hyundai Santa Fe ticking noise in top rear engine

2003 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
72,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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TIMSCHEVROLET
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Just replaced my worn out engine with a used one with 72000 miles. Had a vacuum leak but fixed it, now the truck runs great but there is a ticking noise from the rear top of the engine (lifter?). I heard that aftermarket oil filters restict oil flow ? What oil viscocity to use. Can someone help !!!
Feb 21, 2010 at 9:48 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It does sound like a lifter. As far as the oil filter, any name brand filter is fine to use. They won't restrict oil flow. I looked up the recommend oil. If you have the 2.7 and it is from an 2003, mitchelle online lists 10W30.
May 23, 2010 at 1:14 AM