What's this new noise?

Tj Jay

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Alpharetta, GA
After leaving a trail ride with about 20 jeeps, (lots of stopping and waiting) I start hearing this noise. Does it sound like the clutch fan or water pump to you guys?


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I assume your oil level is good. Suggest check simple things first, cracked exhaust, alternator bearings, etc. before diving into the hard stuff.
 
I assume your oil level is good. Suggest check simple things first, cracked exhaust, alternator bearings, etc. before diving into the hard stuff.

oil level is perfect, I removed the serp belt and the noise is still there. I dont see any cracks in the exhaust but my view is really limited. Is there another way to check for cracks? Anything else I should check?
 
Went ahead and took it to the shop, it appears the noise is a rod knocking. $4500 to drop in a reman motor.

Is that a good deal?