Rotor Knocking!!!
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Rotor Knocking!!!
Freshly 'rebuilt', we finally got my 12A back in my car, and it runs really well other than one thing-- a mysterious knocking coming from the rear rotor. We have eliminated all ignition problems by pulling the spark plugs. The knocking, although distinctly quieter, is still there -- it is apparently mechanical.
Is it possible to put the rotors on incorrectly, or anybody have any ideas as to what it is?
The only idea we've had is that maybe I didn't clean my apex seals/springs well enough when we had them out and they're sticking open. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Is it possible to put the rotors on incorrectly, or anybody have any ideas as to what it is?
The only idea we've had is that maybe I didn't clean my apex seals/springs well enough when we had them out and they're sticking open. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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Make sure your plug wires are routed correctly. If there was an ignition issue, causing spark at the wrong time, it could sound like a knock...
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Just making sure you realize that *IF* in fact it is a spun bearing that means a rebuild. Like complete dissassembly of the core.
Just making sure that is clear. Finding one is the least of your worries (think they are about 25 bucks but you need a gasket kit 100, and potentially many other parts depending on condition/mileage of your engine)
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Freshly 'rebuilt', we finally got my 12A back in my car, and it runs really well other than one thing-- a mysterious knocking coming from the rear rotor. We have eliminated all ignition problems by pulling the spark plugs. The knocking, although distinctly quieter, is still there -- it is apparently mechanical.
Is it possible to put the rotors on incorrectly, or anybody have any ideas as to what it is?
The only idea we've had is that maybe I didn't clean my apex seals/springs well enough when we had them out and they're sticking open. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Is it possible to put the rotors on incorrectly, or anybody have any ideas as to what it is?
The only idea we've had is that maybe I didn't clean my apex seals/springs well enough when we had them out and they're sticking open. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
And last mut not least it maybe a spun bearing...sucks yeah but welcome to the world of rotary...anything goes and it always does...
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Thanks for all of your help, guys. But like I said before, it is strictly mechanical. We pulled all four spark plugs clear out. The compression is a tiny bit weak on the rear, but the knocking is still present when the ignition is taken clear out of the picture.
It is also a brand-new rebuild with 0 miles on it. We put it back in after rebuilding it, and discovered the knocking. At this point, I don't think the e-shaft or rotor have sustained any damage because as soon as we heard that it was knocking, we turned it off.
It is also a brand-new rebuild with 0 miles on it. We put it back in after rebuilding it, and discovered the knocking. At this point, I don't think the e-shaft or rotor have sustained any damage because as soon as we heard that it was knocking, we turned it off.
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