I was hoping to get some opinions from those with far more experience than I. Snapped a quick video of the sound, here's the link:
It's an '04, just north of 100k miles. Previous owner said it had a warrantied engine replacement in 2008 @ 65,000 miles.

Yesterday I replaced the plugs, wires, and coils, so I don't think it would be that. From others experiences, it seems it would be related to the SSV, or perhaps a belt/pulley? Basically, I just wanted some opinions before I went ripping stuff out.

If anyone could shed some light on this it would be very much appreciated :]

EDIT: Forgot to add, it "seems" like all the power is still there, so presumably compression is good. I'll probably go get it checked out when I have the time.

 

before you get flamed for not searching.search SSV removal DIY in the DIY section.

here is the link https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-yourself-forum-73/diy-remove-ssv-beta-teaser-video-184663/

 

I did search. As I noted, I came to the conclusion that it might be the SSV because of my extensive research.

All I wanted were some confirmations in case my presumptions were incorrect. Didn't think it would be that big of a deal.

 

good job searching. your presumptions were correct it is the SSV causing the ticking noise.
at the time you posted the wolves were circling (13 guests viewing your post)

Quick fix is to remove your uim(the black upper intake)and loosely push a terry cloth (not tissue because it will break apart when you try to pull it out) down past the SSV and then soak the SSV with carb cleaner working the SSV open and close at the same time.if this doesnt work then follow the DIY jon put together.

 

Thank you sir :]

 

When are you coming over to help me do mine.

Same noise ... not quite as loud.

I'm trying to put it off and make it a winter project

 

your welcome


Haha scott, yours scares me alittle you have one or two extra pipes and a snail in the way but im game.anytime your home.

 

umm... June 17th, winter project.

I know it's cod in Canada but you can't fool me.

Winter bah humbug.

 

6 months of snow gives you a lot of stuff to plan for
:-)

 

same problem with mine