They're probably either too hot, or incorrectly timed.
knocking noise
Engine rod? Engine bearing?
can you elaborate? engine noise? stationary/moving? ticking, tapping or a definite knocking?
if it sounds like the knocking is coming from the bottom of the engine i would bet it was the rods or rod bearings may be worn. if the knocking is on the top ,then i would have the lifters and or the rocker arms checked.
engine knocking hard,and shaking a bit
If its a legitimate knocking then you would want to go with head gasket if its a tapping you would be looking at a valve
it's probably a rod knocking
When an engine runs as it should the fuel/air mix in the combustion chamber ignites at the spark plug and the flame front spreads from there. In an engine that's knocking there are hotspots in the combustion chamber causing the fuel/air mixture to ignite prematurely a bit all over the place.
NO. A knocking noise in the engine is a problem in the engine.
Running too lean.
A bad rod bearing
if you dont have any oil in the cars motor that would be a reasin why its knocking