IIRC, you didn't label the lifters when you removed them? You probably have some in the wrong bores, and that's probably why you have the ticking.firstvolvoS70 wrote:Today was the day. All assembled, new plugs, checked the oil, added a half quart or so, added coolant, checked the timing marks, checked the timing marks, and checked the timing marks again. Turned the engine several revolutions and checked the timing marks yet again. She fired up rather easily and briskly I might add. After some very brief white smoke, the fluids began to burn off the engine. So far so good... The only problem is a very noticeable ticking coming from the cams and lifter area. I took a peak through the oil filler cap and notice plenty of oil circulating. I hope that someone tells me this ticking is expected until the parts all get happy and accustomed to being together. After several stops and starts of the engine it never got better or worse. I probably haven't ran it more than 2 - 3 minutes total. Thoughts?
