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Originally Posted by diracdelta
It was cheap due to the engine needing a valve adjustment, according to the PO.
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The PO is just guessing or " The internet says. . . " , this is similar to " Car does not run, needs something simple " , " Does not run, needs $ 0.50 fuse " , " bad head gasket , parts are $ 20." Of course the cars are being sold way below market.
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Originally Posted by diracdelta
Decided to buy the car and adjust the valves and pray that's the sole reason for the tapping. I live about 3 miles from the buy site and after some thinking decided to drive it home on surface roads rather than opt for a tow.
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Bad valve adjustment won't cause a grinding and a short trip won't damage anything.
You really need to have a person with engine rebuilding experience to look at it. The engine might be locking up due to failed connecting rod or main bearings. The test is to turn the engine by hand and see how tight it is.
Seek professional help before blindly throwing parts at it.