The Haines manual has a section on tracking down radio problems,
try this trick to find the problem. Using a portable radio with an antenna
point the antenna to the various parts of the car that can cause the
problem. When you get to the right spot the radio will start clicking. It
sounds like the alternator but you also get a wrrring sound from it.
...Art
On Mon, 7 Jul 1997, Lishego, Michael wrote:
> Date sent: Thu, 3 Jul 97 21:56:32 UT
> From: "Wade Shanley" <Wadesh@msn.com>
> To: "MG List" <mgs@autox.team.net>
> Subject: speaker noise from engine
> Send reply to: "Wade Shanley" <Wadesh@msn.com>
>
> I know I saw something about how to cure this problem but I can't seem to
>find
> it.
>
> How do I get rid of engine noise in my speakers? It's not the winding noise,
> it's more of a ticking that accelerates as the engine revs.
>
>
> Wade,
> The noise that you hear is a product of your ignition system.
> Some companies make spark plugs with an internal resistor, I believe,
> that cuts down on the noise. You can also buy an inline noise filter
> that you splice into each of your spark plug leads. Another option
> is to buy an inline noise filter that runs between your speakers and
> the head unit. These last two items can be found at radio shack, but
> I never tried 'em. When I bought new plugs for my truck, the
> Champions were built with the resistors, and they did their job.
> Good luck!
> ~Mike
> "Love is like driving an MGB on a desolate highway,
> Then your electric system breaks.
> At night, the Lucas-weasels come."
>
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