1994 Opel Kadett Noise from rockers after valve replacement

1994 OPEL KADETT
185,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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JOHN KASCHULA
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I replaced an exhaust and inlet valve on my kadett's head. the tensioner pulley came loose. I only replaced the two pistons which had marks on from the pistons. the rockers for these two pistons were also broken. I replaced the head gasket and all others I removed. I re-lapped the valves as well.

There is a knocking sound from the rockers. I can't be sure if it is any of the valves making this sound. This goes away when the car icles, but becomes louder when the car is revved. I am not sure if any of the hydraulic lifters are faulty or if I simply did not do something wrong when I reassembled the head.

I would really appreciate any advice.

Thanks,
John
Mar 30, 2009 at 6:42 AM
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DAVE H
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did you have the head pressure tested after replacing the 2 valves and before replacing on the car .. I suspect some other valves may have been damaged in the original tensioner break !!
Apr 1, 2009 at 8:49 PM