Ticking noise from engine?

Tiny
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I know the ticking is common in Dodge and Chrysler vans, and I have replaced many lifters. Never dealt with the Hemi ticl. Is it pretty much the same? I also read that up to 09 is different than 09 and up. I am sure you have seen this before. Any recommendations?
Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 12:01 PM

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Tiny
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Also, the noise gets better after it's warmed up.
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Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 12:04 PM
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Can you please upload a video of the noise?
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Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 4:42 PM
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I'll get you one tomorrow.
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Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 5:09 PM
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These two when cold. I'll add another once she is warm. Thanks
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Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 AT 10:15 AM
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Warm.
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Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 AT 10:28 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for the videos. That is definitely valve train noise, I would remove the driver's side valve cover and look for loose valve train, remember to rotate the engine over so you can check all valve train components. Upload videos of the problem when you find it. It sounds like a roller rocker arm has fallen apart.
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Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 AT 1:17 PM
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I am hoping so, and yes it seems to be coming from the driver's side. I replaced many in the past so this is an easy job if it is. Thanks
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Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 AT 1:29 PM
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Yep, that has been a problem, let me know what you find.
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Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 AT 6:31 PM
Tiny
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I removed the driver's side. There is play as you see in the video. Can you give instructions on replacing those? I did it before on a 2.7l motor, which comes as a whole set and it wasn't too bad.
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Saturday, October 15th, 2022 AT 6:16 AM
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Also online looking at them they just say exhaust or intake, are they the same fit for both driver and passenger? They don't specify.
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Saturday, October 15th, 2022 AT 6:43 AM
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Yes, that are the same for both sides, here is how the rocker shafts and arms are replaced. Check out the images (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
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Saturday, October 15th, 2022 AT 12:49 PM
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What is the torque on the bolts?
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Saturday, October 15th, 2022 AT 1:49 PM
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3. Install the rocker shaft assemblies in the same order as removed.

4. Using the sequence shown, tighten the rocker shaft bolts to 22 Nm (16 ft. Lbs.).
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Sunday, October 16th, 2022 AT 2:02 PM
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Replaced intake and exhaust rocker assemblies. Still ticking.
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Friday, November 4th, 2022 AT 9:06 AM
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I can't tell.
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Friday, November 4th, 2022 AT 9:09 AM
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Or is this normal? I'm not sure if I am just way tuned to it because if I hear any tick I assume it's ticking. I know there are some normal ticking on all hemi's. I can't tell any more.
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Friday, November 4th, 2022 AT 9:43 AM
Tiny
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So, this engine has roller lifters that can fall apart, If the rockers look okay, I would check out the lifters,

Check out this video:

https://youtu.be/XHqSePuaD-M

Let me know.

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Saturday, November 5th, 2022 AT 11:44 AM
Tiny
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I have not seen any roller lifters, where are they located? Also, am hearing most of the noise from around the intake, like under the intake.
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Saturday, November 5th, 2022 AT 11:54 AM
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Also, how would you check on exhaust broken bolts? It's so tight. I read a couple of places that it's a common issue. But how would that cause a tick? Also, I noticed the tick is more pronounced when its warm now.
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Saturday, November 5th, 2022 AT 12:16 PM
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The lifters are under the intake manifold. You will need to remove the cylinder heads to replace them. To check on exhaust broken bolts use a flashlight from the bottom you may need a small mirror to aid the inspection.
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Monday, November 7th, 2022 AT 11:10 AM

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