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AndrewWJ
11-27-2005, 03:07 AM
Whats up guys. About 2 months ago (7000 miles ago?) I switched my 2000 WJ I6 to synthetic oil (5w40) at around 90k. I was told this is a good idea, and maybe it is, but im not too sure now that I am starting to hear noises. I used to run 10w-30 and didnt notice the noises, but maybe I am crazy. They are mainly coming from the center of my dashboard, down by the ash tray (back of engine) When I punch it from take off, it sounds like something is straining and vibrating very abrubt. Almost like a very fast valve tap. Also, when I take off slowly, I get a vibration sound (its only sounds, not actual vibrations) at a certain RPM. Anyone witness this at all? Input would be appreciated, TIA.

-Andrew

LouisianaZJ
11-27-2005, 09:18 PM
pinging

AndrewWJ
11-28-2005, 06:35 PM
Right, what could the pinging be caused by?

TrojanMan
11-28-2005, 06:41 PM
Right, what could the pinging be caused by?

search JU, pinging is covered quite often. I'd say your problem is probably not caused by switching to synthetic, though.

AndrewWJ
11-28-2005, 06:48 PM
Was it a good idea to switch to synthetic motor oil at 90,000 miles or would it be in my best interest to switch back to regular? I was thinking about switching all my other fluids to fully synthetic as well.

TrojanMan
11-28-2005, 06:50 PM
Was it a good idea to switch to synthetic motor oil at 90,000 miles or would it be in my best interest to switch back to regular? I was thinking about switching all my other fluids to fully synthetic as well.

Once you go synthetic you don't go back. I switched at 120K miles and wish I did it sooner. The only switching you need to do is to buy AMSOIL from Cue.:cheer:

LouisianaZJ
11-28-2005, 07:00 PM
i run castrol GTX high milage 10w-40 in my 4.slow

rotella 15w-40 synthetic is also a good option in hot temps

AndrewWJ
11-28-2005, 07:09 PM
Yeah I am running Mobil 1 with an oversized Mobil 1 Synth. filter, runs fine except for these fukkin noises lol

AndrewWJ
11-28-2005, 07:18 PM
Some guys over on JU think its an axle/driveshaft dealing.

LouisianaZJ
11-28-2005, 11:13 PM
ju is wrong

OverkillZJ
11-29-2005, 12:00 AM
Without hearing the noise, I can't really judge who's wrong or not.

That's why I haven't guessed.

ELLLLLIOTTTTT
11-29-2005, 01:42 AM
Some guys over on JU think its an axle/driveshaft dealing.

can you get it to make the noise in park or at idle? maybe one of your lifters are effed up or something.

AndrewWJ
11-29-2005, 01:51 PM
Nope it only happens around 2-3k or redlining it lol

AndrewWJ
11-29-2005, 07:21 PM
When I take off from a complete stop and reach about 4500RPM, the engine makes a very distinct WINDING sound. And it doesnt sound normal at all.

2jeepsforus
11-29-2005, 07:23 PM
MY wife drives a 00 WJ with the 4.0 and I run Mobil 1 full synthetic in the motor and tranny, and I have never heard any of the noise u are talking about....

Dave

egon
12-07-2005, 03:18 PM
Geez, he buys a Grand and now complains about every little squeak and rattle. Kids these days :-D

--Matt

ILikeMud
12-07-2005, 05:42 PM
If it's pinging wouldn't it be bad gas?