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MG MGF Technical - Engine Caput

I was sitting at traffic lights and noticed a knocking in the engine. It was afairly loud tap at low revs. On higher revs, this went quieter. I risked the mile home but I think that may have been an error.

The noise disappeared and I lot some power. I ended up with smoke coming from the exhaust and the engine died. Any thoughts on how catastrophic this is before I dare look in the engine?
Mike

Oh the car is (was) a 97 VVC
Mike

I hope it isn't cam bolt failure, have a search thru the archive....
Will Munns

Sorry to say that this sounds very very expensive :o(

It does sound as though one or more of the valves has decided to get passionate with a piston crown :o( May be new engine time - and in which case, the MGFC could be your best buddy...
Rob Bell

What is the MGFC out of interest?
Mike

MGF Centre: http://www.mgfcentre.com/

Their engines are usually pretty new and low mileage - certainly a much cheaper option than buying new from MG Rover.
Rob Bell

This thread was discussed between 18/05/2004 and 19/05/2004

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