Can you tell me where to get my exhaust system repaired?
I've noticed a strange ticking noise coming from the front engine bay area over the last week. It sounds almost like a playing card hitting bicycle spokes, and the sound speeds up exactly as I press the accelerator pedal. It disappears completely when I lift my foot off the gas, but it returns the second I try to speed up again. Could this be a problem with the engine valves, or is it something external?
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Simon, that rhythmic ticking sound under acceleration is a very common indicator of high-pressure gases escaping through a small crack or a worn out manifold gasket. You should book an inspection to locate this Exhaust leak at https://www.vip-servicecenter.com/services/exhaust-services before the gap widens and causes performance issues. When the seal fails right at the engine block, the escaping air creates that distinct, sharp clicking noise with every engine cycle.