"Rick2950" > wrote in message
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> I have a 98 Camaro, 4.3 V-6 with 105,000miles.
> Lately upon startup and until it is warm, there is noise coming from
> the top-end, to me it sounds like the rocker arms (or at least that
> area) it quiets down when it gets warm. I am curious how concerned I
> need to be about the noise or what should be done about it.
>
> Service Engine Light did come on but has since went off,,,, so not sure
> if there might still be a code showing if I take it in to a shop.
>
> Other things to mention, the noise appeared only after I had run it out
> of gas a week ago. (had not done that since high school) but I was
> trying to start it until I realized it was out of gas, now am wondering
> if I hurt some components from lack of proper oil flow.
>
> Was running a bit rough from time to time upon startup before the gas
> incident, but I did change the fuel filter and oil just a few days ago.
>
> Tidbit,,,,, at 90,000miles, hit a pothole and lost reverse and 2nd
> gear, after googling, I found the 4L60E transmission had issues with
> broken gear and my repairs cost $1,800. (so if you lose reverse and
> 2nd) there is your cost estimate.
>
> So if anyone has comments about my top end (rocker arm area) noise upon
> startup, please share.

Did you happen to begin hearing tappet sounds after the oil/filter change?!



What brand oil -- perhaps citgo (recycled) oil or??

BBA