RustRider

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Detail hobbyist. Mostly here for Volkswagen, Tesla.

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Engine swap packaging: offset versus driveline angle

2024 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5 EcoBoost, about 118,000 miles. Mocking up an engine/transmission in a chassis with very tight steering and footwell clearance. I can offset it slightly, but I don't want to…

RustRiderCommunity StarterJun 18, 20262024 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5 EcoBoostDMV / Maryland2 replies0 helpful

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Need advice: Intermittent metallic rattle after cold start

For the first few seconds after a cold start I hear a metallic rattle, then it disappears and won't come back once the engine is warm. No warning lights and it drives normally. Has anyone chased some…

RustRiderCommunity StarterJan 30, 20262025 Porsche Macan Electric 4SAtlanta4 replies0 helpful