Webb9 sep. 2010 · should be right, mines got mild piston slap and gudgeon pin noise, had it checked out a couple of times at different places and was told its normal for an ls1 and usual for an ls1 with a few kays on it, mine was doing it at about 124,xxxkm's when i got it and still doing it at 195,xxx km's, no oil usage and iv had no problems, will fix it soon, … WebbThe piston-slap problem is really only a noise issue and has no actual negative side-effects for the car or its longevity. Essentially it is just a slightly generous clearance betwen the …
LS1 cold start noise/chirp sound
WebbThis video will demonstrate what piston slap sounds like. This Hyundai developed piston slap with only 69,000 miles. We will be taking the engine apart and show you later what causes the piston ... Webb26 nov. 2024 · For the LS1, the main issues are Piston Ring Seals, Water Pump Failure, Bent Pushrods, Piston Slap (Oil Consumption), and Oil Pump Failure. While this might sound like a lot of issues for a “reliable” engine, … stevens estate agents hailsham east sussex
LS1 cold start noise/chirp sound
WebbGODSMACK. 29-04-2008, 03:54 PM. Hi, I have a VE SS with 20,000 kms on the clock. Once in a while on startup in rattles very loudly for a few seconds, then runs fine. This can happen when it's hot or cold, but sometimes sounds fine. Anyone else got this problem.I wouldnt take any abnormal engine noise lightly.. http://www.ls1.com.au/forum/archive/index.php/t-36487.html Webb14 dec. 2008 · Dec 7, 2008. #43. Oil squirters are often used to cool the pistons, as it directs oil to the very hot piston bottoms. You see this on some turbo engines. But with ANY design, squirters or not, thicker oil cushions the hard slap of the piston will to the bore. When cold, the gap is greater and there is more noise and more need of a palliative. stevens extractor