28galaxy Posted February 13, 2006 Report Posted February 13, 2006 Hi all i've got a strange noise coming from the engine bay alternater area it starts making the noise about 20 seconds after starting and increases with engine speed and sounds like dry bearings and it's LOUD am i wright in thinking its the alternater or is there somthing else down there that it might be any help and advice would Quote
chromedome Posted February 13, 2006 Report Posted February 13, 2006 Worn auxilliary drive belt I would think. Usually have to replace the tensioner as well, not cheap :( Quote
28galaxy Posted February 13, 2006 Author Report Posted February 13, 2006 Worn auxilliary drive belt I would think. Usually have to replace the tensioner as well, not cheap :( thanks for your reply being its just started how safe is it to drive or will it damage other thingsthe reson im asking is cus i'll have to drive it to the garage Quote
PopDorset Posted February 14, 2006 Report Posted February 14, 2006 I have a strange noise too...it's the kids' walkmans in the back.....tsss..tssss..tssss..tssss.. <_< Quote
chromedome Posted February 14, 2006 Report Posted February 14, 2006 It could go on for sometime or fail immediately. I would get it sorted asap for peace of mind. Quote
28galaxy Posted February 15, 2006 Author Report Posted February 15, 2006 better go and get it checked out then will update when i know morethanks Quote
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