Date:         Sat, 18 Dec 2010 00:14:30 -0800
Reply-To:     Roger Whittaker <rogerwhitt1@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Roger Whittaker <rogerwhitt1@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Belt Noise
Comments: To: Kim Springer <kimspringer@astound.net>
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dear squeaky
 things i would do ..
1. tighten belt by loosening alt and moving to tighter position (move
further from crank pulley) tighten bolts accordingly
you may need another person to help you with this

if that does not solve the issue ...
your belt may be getting glassy on the pulley side ...
so you could do what we used to do on the farm ...
pour molasses on the belt (this may have to be done frequently ... so it is
best to higher a disposable person who can ride under the engine bay cover
to re-apply molasses as you go down the road...
this person can also watch for leaking fuel lines and other fire hazards
under the cover....
you should let this person out from time to time for obvious reasons

if that does not solve the issue ...
replace belt
you may need another person to help you with this

i have the same issue and will be trying fix number 1 tomorrow ... i have to
do this every so often on my 1984
yours

On Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 11:42 PM, Kim Springer <kimspringer@astound.net>wrote:

> Cold weather has brought about belt noise on start ups. Squeals like heck,
> I
> shut it down and restart, it starts squealing again, I shut it down and
> restart. Many of you probably know the scenario. Eventually it stops
> squealing and all is well.
>
>
>
> Alt belt looks to be perfect tension and in good condition.
>
>
>
> Got answers, techniques, things to look for, sure fixes, belt
> recommendations?
>
>
>
> Sorry, too lazy to search the archives this evening.
>
>
>
> Kim
>
> Tristar #7
>



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