i'm really puzzled by this b-cuz i just had my belt changed, injectors cleaned, new plugs, wires, tune up...about 15,000 miles ago...i think it is a lifter or my valves...after driving home from work today the whole top of the engine was making this sound.......another thing about the timing chain ( chrisroot ) i get this wrasping noise on morning start ups but never after the car has been started once...only after it has sat for awhile....maybe this info may help out....thanks for the responses...please keep them coming... laugh


99'Contour SVT #1766 of 2760
stock-for now, mods in the making
pionner deh-4400 cd/xm head unit
pioneer 4x6 component plates(front)
pioneer 3-way 6x9 (back)
(2)8" Boston Accoustic Rally Series subwoofers
Alpine 3527 amplifier
MTX RT-XO1A electronic crossover