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2002 Dodge Ram lifter

Tiny
POKEYSOUP
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Noises problem
2002 Dodge Ram V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 67k miles

when I crank the motor a tapping comes for the engine for about 10 seconds, Ive changed the oil about every 3000 to 4000 miles will a synthetic oil help
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 AT 8:23 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Synthetic oil is the best, but I don't know if it will change this problem. Two things. First, make sure you are using an oil weight that is recommended by the manufacturer for the temperature range you are in. Second, make sure you are using a quality oil filter with an anti flow back valve. Some of the cheaper oil filters allow oil to drain from them as the engine is off. As a result, pressure needs to build again when it's restarted. Thus, you can get a ticking.

Let me know if you have other questions.
Joe
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Friday, December 4th, 2009 AT 10:38 AM

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