I bought a 1999 CRV a while ago and recenty had the valves adjusted.
before (it had 60k on the odo when I purchased). As per the info I got from this forum, I had them adjusted to the loose side of spec. Now when the vehicle is idling I hear a tick-tick from the driver side valve area. It's not a constant ticking that repeats in a distinctive pattern but sort of a random tick-tick that comes and goes. Any thoughts? Something to worry about? Cause? cure? Just let it be?
I already had the rear-diff squeal and changed the fluid myself and it's a silent as can be now, thank you to the forum for that info. Also looking to replace the timing belt, water-pump and idler pulleys(sp?) at 90k, too soon? Not soon enough?
Tires, it has winter treads (they can take studs) and the tire noise is pretty loud. Are passenger car tires ok as a replacement? Was looking at Khumo Touring 795 A/S and Hankook Mileage Plus II H725's. Had the Kumho's before on a mini-van and presently have them on a Ford Countour. Does the CRV need an SUV/Truck tire?
And lastly, this thing has so many clunks and bangs from the suspension, it's very irritating. The dealer says they found nothing abnormal and according to the work order "found no abnormal noises, sounds like similar vehicles. What???? Honda engineered and built a vehicle that sounds like this on purpose? They said the bushing are good. Any suggestions on that?
TIA.