more info..
i only use high octane. usually from shell.
i know the knock is present at idle as i heard it loud
and clear when cleaning my TB last month.
if it is bearings how labor intensive is that? anyone done that themselves?
i am not finacially in a position to replace my car or my entire engine, so i am trying to resolve all of car's woes.

thanks,

tim.


'97 Contour LX New 2.5 V6 w/ SVT UIM & TB. SVT Exhaust. EO SVT wheels & 98+ deck lid.