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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 12:43 PM
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Took off the belt and noise stops. replaced both idler and tensioner pulleys, and alternator. My next guess is the water pump??? Maybe just the belt??? The belt is not cracked or showing any signs of wear. any help is apreciated!!

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ahh i can't watch vids on a gov computer, what does it sound like?
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it is a whirring screeching noise. got a short belt to bypass the p/s pump and it is still doing it. so it has gotta be the water pump
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ok removed water pump and pulled back plate off and there is no sign of wear. when I spin by hand there is no bearing noise. this was the only thing I hadnt replaced and I am beginning to second guess the water pump. someone please help!!!
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have you checked the alternator? the bearings could be going on it
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as my original post says alternator has been replaced
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