I've experienced this with low-quality filters having poorly designed Anti-
Drainback Valves in them (Fram and STP mainly). I run a WIX filter (or Mobil-
1) and haven't heard this noise since. (Yes...I had that noise as well on my
truck in the morning.) As for the Slick-50...don't bother with it.
- Bernd
> Hey everyone,
>
> Recently, whenever I start up my truck when it's cold out, I hear what
> sounds like metal spoons clacking together under the hood. It is only heard
> at idle and when I am not on the gas driving. I suspected that it was the
> lifters and the dealership here told me to change the oil. Since I was
> close to 3000 mi anyway, I did. It made some improvement since it does not
> last as long. They also put Slick 50 in there too.
>
> I am worried that this could lead to a mechanical failure. I have 31000
> miles and my warranty will be expiring soon.
>
> When the dealer looked at it, they wrote CAUSE: NOISEY/NTF. They were not
> able to duplicate it. I can't have them ride with me to listen because it
> disappears before I get to the dealership.
>
> I am due to change the spark plugs and wires soon (hopefully today), but I
> wanted to know for sure what this could be.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Chris
> '99 Dakota Sport + CC 4x4 Amethyst
>
>
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