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dcj13 · February 2nd, 2015, 01:43 PM

I've seen and heard it happen in a couple of cars. Someone likely had been in the bottom end in the past (but why?).

Sound-wise, it starts with a metallic rapping at high RPMs. Then it gets worse and occurs at lower RPMs, too. Then, BANG. Instant lock-up.

Toast.

February 2nd, 2015, 01:43 PM	#13
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	I've seen and heard it happen in a couple of cars. Someone likely had been in the bottom end in the past (but why?). Sound-wise, it starts with a metallic rapping at high RPMs. Then it gets worse and occurs at lower RPMs, too. Then, BANG. Instant lock-up. Toast.