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Old May 7, 2024 | 04:24 PM
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Hi everyone, I recently noticed a weird sound and I’m not sure where it’s coming from. It’s more noticeable after I rev it, almost sounding like something is loose or spinning/rattling. Does anyone have a clue what it could be or am I just overthinking it. All thoughts are appreciated! Thanks!
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Old May 9, 2024 | 12:07 AM
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Sounds normal to me. I had a severe rattling once when driving. Thought the engine was breaking apart! For about 20 seconds, then it stopped. 3 weeks later or so, alternator died. Also my newer water pump (from 2018) was louder at first when accelerating or even at speed. But not hearing anything. But I am no mechanic, just an owner.
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Old May 10, 2024 | 08:40 PM
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mine does that too im not sure what it is
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Originally Posted by Celsiyaa
Hi everyone, I recently noticed a weird sound and I’m not sure where it’s coming from. It’s more noticeable after I rev it, almost sounding like something is loose or spinning/rattling. Does anyone have a clue what it could be or am I just overthinking it. All thoughts are appreciated! Thanks!
do you hear it more inside or outside? And does it almost sound like a tin can rolling down a street? Lol weird but that’s what I like to describe it as.
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