So I read all the threads about the knocking on cold-starts associated with the 5.7L and yes, mine does it too. I only have 450 miles on it and I didn't hear it when I test drove it.
What I also have been experiencing is slight engine pinging or at least what sounds like engine pinging. I'm not sure if I'm hearing valve noise or timing chain clatter but in any case, it's annoying and worrisome.
I purchased this truck over the GMC Sierra becuase I wanted some reliability. I was so concerned that my dealer "through in" 100k powertrain warranty to match my GMC offer. That's what sealed the deal for me. I have owned two Toyota Tacomas previously and one went 200k miles before I sold it and the other has 146k miles on it without ever seeing the dealer.
I traded in a '05 F-250 Lariat when I purchased this truck. It only had 40k miles on it been had been back to dealer several times with a variety of problems, 4WD did not engage, alternator failed, washer fluid pump failed, worn ball joints....etc.
Is anyone experiencing similar conditions?
What I also have been experiencing is slight engine pinging or at least what sounds like engine pinging. I'm not sure if I'm hearing valve noise or timing chain clatter but in any case, it's annoying and worrisome.
I purchased this truck over the GMC Sierra becuase I wanted some reliability. I was so concerned that my dealer "through in" 100k powertrain warranty to match my GMC offer. That's what sealed the deal for me. I have owned two Toyota Tacomas previously and one went 200k miles before I sold it and the other has 146k miles on it without ever seeing the dealer.
I traded in a '05 F-250 Lariat when I purchased this truck. It only had 40k miles on it been had been back to dealer several times with a variety of problems, 4WD did not engage, alternator failed, washer fluid pump failed, worn ball joints....etc.
Is anyone experiencing similar conditions?