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Thread: 99 windstar running rough and tapping noise in engine
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Old 05-18-2008, 11:58 AM   #4 (permalink)
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My guess is you have the 3.8 motor?

Ussually those motors are very durable and long lasting. I'd suggest pulling one of the front plugs off and checking the gap yourself (should be .052-.056). Is the tap like a piston tap, or more like a knocking? If its a knock, then you probably need to open the motor, get a second opinion and quote.
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