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Thanks Robmobile73! Waiting to hear back regarding the head's condition. If the head is good, will proceed with the rebuild. If not, will look into a KZ

Thanks GTSSportCoupe! The engine upgrade option is enticing!!

Thank you for taking the time to share this excellent information! Since the motor was seized, we weren't able to position to TDC. How can I ensure everything is timed correct during reassembly?

Thoughts? Happened <10 miles after a timing belt change.

Thanks GTSSportCoupe! 71 is back at the shop in good hands for the looksies. Will report the findings.

No smoke is seen during the episode. Sound is coming from Cylinder 2. Fingers/toes crossed for the observations once the oil pan is removed!! Atleast the shorty is in good hands!!

Thanks GTSSportCoupe! Interesting bit is that all the timing marks still line up. Therefore, play in the crank pulley bolt definitely seems like a plausible cause. Waiting on word back from the shop once the oil pan is removed. Another try with the video:

Hi folks, I am having a similar ticking sound and rattle from the engine after a timing belt change and some other maintenance items. The noise started off very low in volume (i thought it was plastic bag in the wheel well at first) and got louder. Looking forward to Cascadia and...

Hi Tom. It is.

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Interior images of the LJ71as requested by some members.

Thank you Tom! I haven’t been the most motivated of sellers :)