sounds like torque converter bolts or broken flexplate but is not

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02-14-2023, 10:27 PM

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sounds like torque converter bolts or broken flexplate but is not

i have a sound coming from the bottom of my motor not a knock nor a lifter tap i know what those sounds like this i am puzzled about. i got under my 92 and took the cover off and tried to tighten the bolts they was all very tight what could be my problem if anyone know please help

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02-15-2023, 05:03 AM

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All you can do initially is try and narrow it down with an engine stethoscope, (a cheap but effective tool) or long screwdriver

and try to ascetrain frequency

I have a single knock emanating from my vehicles front underside, which I have not been able to diagnose.

I am waiting for it to get worse so I can

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02-15-2023, 11:44 AM

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Could be something in or on the engine or transmission making that sound.

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02-15-2023, 08:32 PM

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Hit the flex plate with a wrench lightly , if it tings nice like a bell , is not cracked. If it thuds ,is cracked. You cant,t see the cracks behind the flex plate.