[Mk2] [Turbo] Ticking then stops ?

[chirlie]

Hi there , was wondering if anyone could help me as i havent a clue lol. ok so when i start my rev2 tubby theres a ticking noise coming from drivers side of engine when i accelerate for 1st 5mins of driving then disappeares any1 have any ideas ?
Thanks

[Lewis Jay]

Exhaust gasket maybe.

[Slarty]

Exhaust gasket maybe.

That'd be my guess too, or loose exhaust manifold studs.

[toxo]

+1 for loose exhaust components. I got this from a blown turbo gasket.

[chirlie]

Thanks guys will have a look at exhaust components tomorrow

[chirlie]

gone from bad to worse wile car was off road to sort out the ticking i fitted new SMIC and now when i start the car all is fine, then i go for drive and as soon as my boost gauge get to 0psi its very badly shuddering like kangaroo petrol omg just my luck.
can enyone help im realy stressing out with my car and realy feel like breaking it
Thanks for listening to my moaning lol

[toxo]

Sounds like intake blockage?

[chirlie]

found the problem with boost it was an air leak now for the ticking
Thanks guys glad you kind folks are so helpfull

[JohnnyC]

Timing belt tensioner?

[mark239]

one or more of the valve shims might be getting slightly worn