my mk 4 1,3 l ford escort g-reg the engine rattles?

Question

but runs fine,i never thash it i am told the spares are cheap,how long does the engine last for the body is great with no rust and ive owened it for 8 years,never broken down thanks

Answer 1

so whats the questions? what i know... escorts do last long, with regular maintenance, like any other car.

Answer 2

The 1.3 CVH engine does rattle when a bit worn. They all do. Dry up the top of the engine due to lack of lubrication getting up there

No short cure other than replacement engine. A bit drastic on an older car but fact

Answer 3

hi m8 sounds like the engine has seen its days probably the bottom end but engine 4 these cars are cheap you would pick another engine up 4 around 80 quid for a good 1 hope this has been usefull good luck

Answer 4

The rattle could be not enough oil in the engine, A worn camshaft, Noisy tappets, or worn Engine Mountings. Take your pick.

Answer 5

Rattles or knocks?? Could be as simple as a loose heat shield or muffler bracket, battery holder , belt or radiator shroud.
Check for loose parts when the engine is running cold so you don't get burned.

Answer 6

if it's a cast iron push rod engine change the timing chain. if it's ohc suspect the hyd tappets unless you've run it out ofoil sometimes in the past, then you'll need to replace the engine

Answer 7

once you've guide transmission it may well be the grab. that is what got here about to my ninety 8 RAV4 now that is rushing like it grow to be. attempt checking on your oil filters, upload some elements on your gasoline, etc. replace your spark plugs and wires in case you've not done this in a lengthy time period too.

Answer 8

Get the tappets adjusted.

Answer 9

sounds like bearings need replacing