What is this weird rattling noise?

Tiny
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Theres this rattling noise from the engine.
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Saturday, May 10th, 2025 AT 3:42 AM

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Tiny
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That is a strange noise, can I ask if the noise changes when you push in the clutch? If so, it will be transmission related. Also, does the noise come from the front or rear of the engine? If it is coming from the front of the engine, I would remove the drive belt to see if that makes a difference. Let me know what you find.
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Monday, May 12th, 2025 AT 9:01 AM
Tiny
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Alright thanks.
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Monday, May 12th, 2025 AT 10:19 AM
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Clutch? Belt off? Did it make a difference?
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Monday, May 12th, 2025 AT 6:03 PM

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