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Old 10-03-2016, 11:04 AM   #22
Marshy
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Re: First motor start, terrible knocking

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Originally Posted by Lefkada View Post
I do have the old heads' casting numbers. I will check these against the "new" heads casting numbers.

Using flat top pistons.

I do not know how much deck clearance I had or what the cam is.
Ok, compare the numbers and let us know.

What head gasket did you use (thickness)?

The frequency of the noise seems relatively high. My fear would be pistons contacting something but I wouldnt expect it to run long like that if it was.
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