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Re: banshees under the hood

To: "mgs@autox.team.net" <mgs@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: banshees under the hood
From: Chris Thompson <ct@cthompson.com>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2002 15:09:37 -0500
My first thought was a slipping belt to the alternator. I've had several
cars that, when belts begin to slip, emit a loud squeal. A slowing
alternator might cause your dimming lights.

-C

On Thu, 14 Mar 2002, Aubrey Schneider wrote:
> Last year I did an engine rebuild on my '75B. All parts replaced, as
> well as the oil pump.
> Within 3 months a terrible shreeking sound started coming from the motor
> but only when it was cold. As the car warmed up, the noise would
> disappear.
> I re-tightened all belts, replaced some, used lubricants where
> appropriate & the noise disappeared for 8 days. It started again & I am
> unable to pinpoint the reason.
> Some symptoms are:
> At night headlights dim
> Loss of power when the noise is audible & an increase when noise
> disappears.
> I have checked manuals, spoken with experts & have had numerous
> suggestions thrown at me, none of which work.

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