From The Drive · Caleb Jacobs · · 1m
Hemi V8 Ticking Fix After 17 Years
Mechanic finds oil hole fix for 17-year-old Hemi V8 ticking problem.
In brief
Mechanic finds oil hole fix for 17-year-old Hemi V8 ticking problem. Mechanic Dave Miller discovered a design flaw in modern Hemi V8 engines causing ticking noise and developed a solution after 17 years of research. Originally reported by The Drive.
Hemi V8 Ticking Problem
Modern Hemi V8 engines make a persistent ticking sound due to valvetrain issues.
Cause of Ticking
Lifter rollers lack oil due to missing oiling hole in later engine designs.
Miller's Discovery
Dave Miller found oiling hole absent in 2009+ Hemi V8s compared to earlier models.
How It Works
Early Hemis have oiling hole that allows lubricant to flow as lifters move.
Miller's Test
Loosening a bolt on lifter test bench proves oil flows through small gap.
Fix Development
Miller creating modified lifter design with GoFundMe campaign for $5,000 goal.
Community Response
Hemi owners and service experts support Miller's solution after 17 years of research.
In short
Mechanic Dave Miller discovered a design flaw in modern Hemi V8 engines causing ticking noise and developed a solution after 17 years of research.
