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Piston Slap: More “Not Piston Slap” Questions Please

First, some business: I’m seeking more questions for this column, so I need you to email me ([email protected]) with any ...
The Florida Times-Union

Engine's clicking noise could be valve-related

QUESTION: I have a 2006 Honda Accord four-cylinder with 105,000 miles. It has developed a clicking engine noise on a cold start. After the car has warmed up, the sound goes away. I have seen ...
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New Three-dimensional Piston Secondary Motion Analysis Method Coupling Structure Analysis and Multi Body Dynamics Analysis

ABSTRACT A new piston secondary motion analysis has been developed that accurately predicts piston strength and the slap noise that occurs when the engine is running. For this secondary motion ...
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Piston Slap: Deep Thoughts on South African Slappin’

Thanks for your 2023 article on piston slap. Yes, people will always ask that question, whether they drive a classic car or not! If you REALLY want to get to the root of your question of, “Is Piston ...
Hot Rod

Pit Stop

A:Offsetting the pin is done not for engine longevity, but to reduce audible "piston slap" on cold start-up. The pin is offset towards the piston's major thrust face—that is, the side of the piston ...