Hi Anthony:

I am having the same symptoms as you are with my 87 260E. I have tried retarding the timing, different premium fuels (Shell, Chevron, Arco and Union 76), octane boosters and still can't get rid of my noise.

It doesn't seem like I have any power loss either. It is just a annoying sound while driving.

If I solve my problem or you solve yours, please let me know and I will do the same.

Aloha,
Eric

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