What could be nockiing inside of the air intake manifold?

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ALAN DARSON
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I have a 1995 mercury sable 3.8 v6 with 80,000 miles that started having a loud knocking sound that seems to becoming from inside of the air intake manifold. Is there anything inside that would make that noise? Not only is it loud, but you can also feel it with your hand. This condition is not affecting performance. If so, what could it be and what will be the estimated financial damages? The manifold looks pretty easy to get to, is this something that could be accomplished by a backyard mechanic?
Apr 14, 2007 at 3:02 PM
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MERLIN2021
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I don't know what it could be...but its big enough not to pass into a cylinder, right now that is. If that happens...More trouble! Manifold removal..ITT, It takes time!
Apr 15, 2007 at 8:28 AM