Squeeka squeeka squeeka -alternator or tensioner?
07-04-2023, 09:02 PM
#1
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Squeeka squeeka squeeka -alternator or tensioner?
This squeek is driving me nuts. It goes up with RPMs. I can’t figure out if it’s the alternator or the tensioner pulley.
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Last edited by jgk1971; 07-04-2023 at 09:13 PM.
07-09-2023, 06:41 PM
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May try using a sounding bar and CAREFULLY checking the driven components while running to see whether can localize where the noise is coming from.
I use an 18-inch 3/8-inch socket extension, placing one end on the component being checked, and the other end in my ear. A long piece of metal would work, and they do make mechanic's stethoscopes, but that's just getting too high-tech for me :-)~
Spritzing some belt dressing on while running, like previously recommended, to see whether the sound or pitch changes would be good to quickly determine whether or not a belt issue.
I use an 18-inch 3/8-inch socket extension, placing one end on the component being checked, and the other end in my ear. A long piece of metal would work, and they do make mechanic's stethoscopes, but that's just getting too high-tech for me :-)~
Spritzing some belt dressing on while running, like previously recommended, to see whether the sound or pitch changes would be good to quickly determine whether or not a belt issue.