Poll
Question:
Does your FJ make this noise
Option 1: yes
votes: 10
Option 2: no
votes: 2
Is this a standard Fj noise?
4/4 of mine make this sound under load. Some louder than others.
1st gear, brake on, load up the clutch.
Engine noise FJ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCmiO-_lgKM#ws)
Yep, sounds normal fj to me.
Mine doesn't sound like that.... Sounds like an exhaust leak to me.. I don't know what you have done to it to trouble shoot the problem but this is what I would do in order.
Make sure all the header nuts are snug.
Remove the headers and check for signs of leaking around the gaskets and check pipes for cracks.
Do a compression check, perhaps it could be a leaking exhaust valve or head gasket.
That's to start with.
Someone else might have some more suggestions. Thanks for the video and sound track this will be interesting.
George
Quote from: movenon on June 25, 2014, 07:34:25 PM
Mine doesn't sound like that.... Sounds like an exhaust leak to me.. I don't know what you have done to it to trouble shoot the problem but this is what I would do in order.
Make sure all the header nuts are snug.
Remove the headers and check for signs of leaking around the gaskets and check pipes for cracks.
Do a compression check, perhaps it could be a leaking exhaust valve or head gasket.
That's to start with.
Someone else might have some more suggestions. Thanks for the video and sound track this will be interesting.
George
Exhaust leak is what I thought when I heard it too. Dave
Sounds like normal rattle just before you take off as you release the clutch and the engine takes the load and drops in revs. The audio makes it sound different to what it actually is, thats my theory. If 4 fj's sounded the same then its more then likely normal.
Sounds like its about to self destruct. If I were you, I would take a loss and sell it for a couple of hundred to someone who needs a few parts
Quote from: stua1959 on June 25, 2014, 08:56:33 PM
Sounds like its about to self destruct. If I were you, I would take a loss and sell it for a couple of hundred to someone who needs a few parts
Yes I have $400 and will be up to get all 4.
Here is what mine sounds like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYSASw6u5s&feature=youtu.be
George
Quote from: movenon on June 25, 2014, 09:20:54 PM
Here is what mine sounds like.
And it sure looks impressive George... BRAVO!
Frank
Quote from: Fj.itis on June 25, 2014, 08:42:49 PM
Sounds like normal rattle just before you take off as you release the clutch and the engine takes the load and drops in revs. The audio makes it sound different to what it actually is, thats my theory. If 4 fj's sounded the same then its more then likely normal.
+1.....
isnt that the sound of the worn starter chain??
Ive heard quieter ones, and I've heard louder ones......either way.....good for another 100 000.
Quote from: movenon on June 25, 2014, 09:20:54 PM
Here is what mine sounds like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYSASw6u5s&feature=youtu.be
George
Yep but did you put it in gear and put the rear brake on and slowly let out the clutch to produce the starter chain rattle like ozzie did? All i heard was normal running and a few blips which is what it should sound like when idling and under throttle.
I still vote normal!
Quote from: stua1959 on June 25, 2014, 08:56:33 PM
Sounds like its about to self destruct. If I were you, I would take a loss and sell it for a couple of hundred to someone who needs a few parts
I guess this is were I give credit to the film maker .... Thanks Bones.... I heard Stus got $500 burning a hole in his pocket.
Quote from: roverfj1200 on June 25, 2014, 09:14:51 PM
Yes I have $400 and will be up to get all 4.
In ya dreams Pal !
That is 100% starter chain rattle, no biggie. Mine has been doing it for around the last 10 years, possibly more. But only when taking off to go up the driveway. I would think that 99% of FJs do the same, to a lesser or more extent. As Paul said, good for another 100 000 :good2:
PS, I'll adjust it back to 99% for the 1 "no" vote, :lol:
gday darran, i have to say mine doesn't make that sound, ken
Yes but your engine is still a baby Ken. :drinks: Once it matures a bit you will more than likely hear its "middle age purr" (growl?)
Quote from: Fj.itis on June 25, 2014, 11:47:40 PM
Quote from: movenon on June 25, 2014, 09:20:54 PM
Here is what mine sounds like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYSASw6u5s&feature=youtu.be
George
Yep but did you put it in gear and put the rear brake on and slowly let out the clutch to produce the starter chain rattle like ozzie did? All i heard was normal running and a few blips which is what it should sound like when idling and under throttle.
I still vote normal!
Sorry I took so long in getting back.. Up to my rear with a project.... At normal take off no noise that can detect. If I brake and run her up to 15-1800 RPM and intentionally stall her out then I get just a slight bit of similar noise but I have to abuse the clutch to get it. I guess my chain is OK... Wish my rings were as good....
George
Quote from: oz.fj on June 25, 2014, 07:03:55 PM
Is this a standard Fj noise?
4/4 of mine make this sound under load. Some louder than others.
1st gear, brake on, load up the clutch.
Engine noise FJ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCmiO-_lgKM#ws)
you have too slow idle , mine do that if my idle is less than 1100 rpm, and when iam trying to move bike below that rpm. it is starter chain rattle, not to worry
mine make this noise too, when having low rpm on start to drive, good to know its starter chain rattle and nothing to worry about.. thanks guys... :drinks: