[svx_commuter]

I was under the car and checked out the exhaust. I was very concerned that the noise was coming from a hole in the exhaust. I did find any feeling around with my hand for air and listening. To my surprize the noise was loader when the oil fill cap was taken off and I listened inside the engine.

Since I asked this question I have learned that it is most likely the rod bearings that are worn open. This due to the crunched oil pan and limited oil flow to the bearings or oil and air flow to the bearings. The oil pick-up pipe is most likely cracked or crimped.

Peace,

John