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Update: Pulled the plug and vaccuum line on the SAI solenoid, no change. Keeped on ticking. I am now convinced its the cam, lifters, or oil pump. Maybe, all three.
My tick was caused by this cam bearing. (As far as I know) Here's a terrible picture of it, but you can see how far the lifter ate into the side of it after it fell out of the block.