Topic: 4th Cylinder tapping noise and visible exhaust

[Happy Elbow]

Hey guys, at the end f my ride today I started to hear a tapping noise from the fourth cylinder, and there was visible exhaust coming from the 4th cylinder exhaust pipe (its a 4 into 4). I'm thinking it has something to do with the valves, as that would explain the ticking. Can anyone advise? Thanks.

[flybox1]

did you pull off the #4 tappet covers and take a look? what did you see?  what is the current valve gap setting?  is the lock nut tight?
when was the last time you completed all the 3000mi maintenance items?

[Happy Elbow]

the tappet adjustment screw nut on the intake seems to have been a little loose. I readjusted to 0.02" and the problem seems to have been adressed. We will see if the problem returns after a decent ride later.