V6 Tick Tic Tap Noise Reduced! - Toyota

CJ3Flyr · 10-19-2008, 12:35 PM

How'd you like that title? Now if the search engine worked life would be good

A great thank-you to PhilC64 at the Blue FJC forum. I just did this 'valve isolation' trick and it made a real difference!

You're attempting to isolate the vibrations from the VSV or Vacuum Switching Valve for the vapor purge system off of the fuel tank.

EDIT: Overtime a couple of people have replied back to me that for them this mod did little or nothing. A few here and at the FJC forum have said it helps. The good news is that the mod is quick and 'free'. If it doesn't do anything for you there's nothing lost.

The 1st pic is for general orientation. The only things you need are: A couple of o-rings, some double-sided sticky foam tape and a dab of the weak threadlock adhesive. I used a dab of silicone sealant.

Next is the valve removed and the tape & o-rings being installed.

NJrunner11 · 10-19-2008, 12:49 PM

awesome! too bad its football day or id do this right now, as the tick tap drives me nuts!!!.....

definatly will do this next weekends

THANKS

CJ3Flyr · 10-19-2008, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by NJrunner11
awesome! too bad its football day or id do this right now, as the tick tap drives me nuts!!!.....

definatly will do this next weekends

THANKS

You need a new TV for the bedroom, I just know it. You're thinking...

That means the old one gets to live in garage!

NJrunner11 · 10-19-2008, 01:01 PM

hahahahah so very true!

amt006 · 10-21-2008, 07:12 PM

So what is this valve for?

Aaron

CJ3Flyr · 10-21-2008, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by amt006
So what is this valve for?

Aaron

Read sentence #3 of the original post

amt006 · 10-21-2008, 09:04 PM

Ok you got me there...

I will take my sign and go home now.

Aaron

CJ3Flyr · 10-21-2008, 09:09 PM

Aaron, too funny!

Update: The weather has been great here today and I ran all day with the windows down. It's definately quiter. It's no V8 but it's noticeably better...

amt006 · 10-21-2008, 09:13 PM

I will have to get some o-rings and give it a try. I have had my windows down all summer unless I have some passengers that can not stand the heat.. What did we ever do before A/C.. I nver use it unless its well into the 90's or raining.. And yes the weather has been great over here on the east coast.

Aaron

Kmvreter · 10-26-2008, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by CJ3Flyr

How'd you like that title?...

I just did this 'valve isolation' trick and it made a real difference!

You're attempting to isolate the vibrations from the VSV or Vacuum Switching Valve for the vapor purge system off of the fuel tank.

Catchy title.

Took a look at this valve today. Is it a concern on all V6's? The only thing I noticed was the usual valvetrain noise similar on both sides of the engine. How loud is this valve and is it consistent if it is a problem?

CJ3Flyr · 10-29-2008, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kmvreter
Catchy title.

Took a look at this valve today. Is it a concern on all V6's? The only thing I noticed was the usual valvetrain noise similar on both sides of the engine. How loud is this valve and is it consistent if it is a problem?

I think most of the 4.0L's are subject to some noise from the VSV valve. In looking at other boards some 3.4L guys talk about the noise too.

I noticed the noise reduction most while idling in gear and under light acceleration.

OFF TOPIC: I noticed a CounterAct rust protection in your sig. Did you do any posts on that? Have a link? Does it seem to help? Thanks.

jharris2 · 10-29-2008, 10:43 PM

Chris -

Do you think engine heat will affect the double-sided tape?

CJ3Flyr · 10-30-2008, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by jharris2
Chris -

Do you think engine heat will affect the double-sided tape?

I am not too concerned. The tape doesn't need to be 'tape' as it's pinched in place. If the heat affected the glue it wouldn't matter. As far as the tape itself is concerned: The tape is on the valve and the plastic intake manifold. It's so far away from the exhaust manifold or any portion of the metal engine that I can't imagine a scenario where you couldn't hold your hand on it, even the hottest summer day in traffic with a trailer.

Net4n6 · 10-30-2008, 09:41 AM

I am sorry but I couldn't hear the "tic tap" sound that you mentioned above.

I might have a hearing problem too.

CJ3Flyr · 10-30-2008, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Net4n6
I am sorry but I couldn't hear the "tic tap" sound that you mentioned above. I might have a hearing problem too.

Well your hearing is one possibility (least likely), another is your T4R doesn't do it (most likely) or possibly I'm enjoying a "placebo" high and mine is no different

I'm pretty sure it did help on mine though

Because it did really help mine the question becomes should I take mine in to the dealer and make my pitch for a new VSV, hmmmm

10-19-2008, 12:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
CJ3Flyr Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Metro ATL & Cape Coral, FL Posts: 5,848	V6 Tick Tic Tap Noise Reduced! How'd you like that title? Now if the search engine worked life would be good A great thank-you to PhilC64 at the Blue FJC forum. I just did this 'valve isolation' trick and it made a real difference! You're attempting to isolate the vibrations from the VSV or Vacuum Switching Valve for the vapor purge system off of the fuel tank. EDIT: Overtime a couple of people have replied back to me that for them this mod did little or nothing. A few here and at the FJC forum have said it helps. The good news is that the mod is quick and 'free'. If it doesn't do anything for you there's nothing lost. The 1st pic is for general orientation. The only things you need are: A couple of o-rings, some double-sided sticky foam tape and a dab of the weak threadlock adhesive. I used a dab of silicone sealant. Next is the valve removed and the tape & o-rings being installed. __________________ Chris 07 Salsa SR5, 4wd Cyclone pre-cleaner , Aux Transmission Cooler, Hidden Hitch 70779 (600/6000lbs, WDH=730/7300lbs), AirLift 1000, FJCruiser front springs (& now rear too!), Axle Vent Mod, Swaybar Bushing Upgrade, V6 Tick Reduction, VSC off mod, Maplight Mod, 255/75/17 Goodyear Wrangler SAs, Tailpipe Mod Last edited by CJ3Flyr; 07-15-2009 at 07:21 PM.

10-19-2008, 12:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
NJrunner11 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: souther new jersey Posts: 200	awesome! too bad its football day or id do this right now, as the tick tap drives me nuts!!!..... definatly will do this next weekends THANKS __________________ <B>SILVER 2004 V6 SR5 4WD</B> -255/75/17 BFG Mud-Terrains -2.5" Daystar spacers -Spidertrax wheel spacers -Flowmaster catback exhaust -blacked out headlights -hella 500 series fog lights -high/low beam HID conversion -full in/out LED swap -tinted tailights, bumper reflector and brake light -shaved emblems with black painted toyota emblems -custom painted grill and rear lift gate -thule roof racks -smittybilt rounded step bars -black powder coated bull bar -custom center console storage mod -hardwired radar detector -custom CAI w/silencer removal and K&N filter -inline 12V power for additional accessories -flip up dvd headunit w/ iphone hook up, built in navigation, and rear view camera -1000w JL amp w/2 JL w3 13.5 subs w/ custom box (i know ive been promising pics but im having some technical difficulty. my camera SUCKS and id rather post NO pics than pics that do no justice. haha. new camera should be here late jan early feb. THANKS!)

10-19-2008, 01:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
NJrunner11 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: souther new jersey Posts: 200	hahahahah so very true! __________________ <B>SILVER 2004 V6 SR5 4WD</B> -255/75/17 BFG Mud-Terrains -2.5" Daystar spacers -Spidertrax wheel spacers -Flowmaster catback exhaust -blacked out headlights -hella 500 series fog lights -high/low beam HID conversion -full in/out LED swap -tinted tailights, bumper reflector and brake light -shaved emblems with black painted toyota emblems -custom painted grill and rear lift gate -thule roof racks -smittybilt rounded step bars -black powder coated bull bar -custom center console storage mod -hardwired radar detector -custom CAI w/silencer removal and K&N filter -inline 12V power for additional accessories -flip up dvd headunit w/ iphone hook up, built in navigation, and rear view camera -1000w JL amp w/2 JL w3 13.5 subs w/ custom box (i know ive been promising pics but im having some technical difficulty. my camera SUCKS and id rather post NO pics than pics that do no justice. haha. new camera should be here late jan early feb. THANKS!)

10-21-2008, 07:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
amt006 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne FL Posts: 113	So what is this valve for? Aaron __________________ 2007 v6 Sport 4wd Toytec Ultimate 3" lift 265/70R17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Spidertrax 1.25 spacers all around WeatherTech FloorLiners WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Aries Brush Guard Hella 500 Driving Lights

10-21-2008, 09:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
amt006 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne FL Posts: 113	Ok you got me there... I will take my sign and go home now. Aaron __________________ 2007 v6 Sport 4wd Toytec Ultimate 3" lift 265/70R17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Spidertrax 1.25 spacers all around WeatherTech FloorLiners WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Aries Brush Guard Hella 500 Driving Lights


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10-21-2008, 09:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
CJ3Flyr Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Metro ATL & Cape Coral, FL Posts: 5,848	Aaron, too funny! Update: The weather has been great here today and I ran all day with the windows down. It's definately quiter. It's no V8 but it's noticeably better... __________________ Chris 07 Salsa SR5, 4wd Cyclone pre-cleaner , Aux Transmission Cooler, Hidden Hitch 70779 (600/6000lbs, WDH=730/7300lbs), AirLift 1000, FJCruiser front springs (& now rear too!), Axle Vent Mod, Swaybar Bushing Upgrade, V6 Tick Reduction, VSC off mod, Maplight Mod, 255/75/17 Goodyear Wrangler SAs, Tailpipe Mod

10-21-2008, 09:13 PM	#9 (permalink)
amt006 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne FL Posts: 113	I will have to get some o-rings and give it a try. I have had my windows down all summer unless I have some passengers that can not stand the heat.. What did we ever do before A/C.. I nver use it unless its well into the 90's or raining.. And yes the weather has been great over here on the east coast. Aaron __________________ 2007 v6 Sport 4wd Toytec Ultimate 3" lift 265/70R17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Spidertrax 1.25 spacers all around WeatherTech FloorLiners WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Aries Brush Guard Hella 500 Driving Lights Last edited by amt006; 10-21-2008 at 09:40 PM.

10-29-2008, 10:43 PM	#12 (permalink)
jharris2 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 5,543	Chris - Do you think engine heat will affect the double-sided tape? __________________ 2003 SR5 V6 4WD Titanium with cladding

10-30-2008, 09:41 AM	#14 (permalink)
Net4n6 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 474	I am sorry but I couldn't hear the "tic tap" sound that you mentioned above. I might have a hearing problem too. __________________ There is no place like 127.0.0.1

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