I own a 93 E36 and have experienced "valve tapping" on deceleration
since the car was new. When I lift of the gas and let the engine
brake the car I hear a relativley loud "valve tapping" sound. It is
very noticable when driving on the highway next to a "jersey" barrier
which tends to reflect the sound.
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