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No! ticking noise is usually lifter noise. your engine is fine.(to a point) try changing your oil put in a thicker oil to prevent metal to metal contact. go for a 15/40 20/50. let it run for a while(few miles), if it doesn't stop buy an additive called "engine lucas", that will dilute your oil just enough to allow it to lubricate your lifters. also when your oil level drops or your oil becomes dirty your lifters will make that ticking noise.(the one that increases with engine speed) a blown head gasket 99% of the time will cause your car to smoke either blue or white.

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Q: If your 2001 Sunfire makes a ticking noise all the time but has been ticking and otherwise running fine for over a year is it a gasket head If so what is the best solution; let engine blow replace?
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