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Old 11-25-2003, 06:30 PM
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Default Probably a ridiculous question...

But I'll ask it anyway.

In the last couple weeks, at least one of my belts has been doing this constant whining sound (not from being loose) that seems to get louder when the engine is warm. All the belts look like they're just fine...could the sound still be from them, or could it be my timing belt?
Old 11-25-2003, 06:45 PM
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I don't think timing belts make the "screaming eagle" sound But I'm not sure on that.
Old 11-25-2003, 07:05 PM
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The belts could still look ok and be glazed over. Rubber has oils in it and over time the oil seeps out through the pours of the rubber causing a dry surface. Therefore, most likely, causing your squeak. Change the belts and viola.

The timing belt has teeth on it. No squeaks from the timing belt.
Old 11-25-2003, 07:06 PM
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Originally posted by praxis
The belts could still look ok and be glazed over. Rubber has oils in it and over time the oil seeps out through the pours of the rubber causing a dry surface. Therefore, most likely, causing your squeak. Change the belts and viola.

The timing belt has teeth on it. No squeaks from the timing belt.
exactly
Old 11-25-2003, 07:46 PM
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Belt dressing can help. Although some people say not to use it.
It'll save you from changing the belt right now.
Old 11-25-2003, 08:08 PM
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Originally posted by The G2 Racer
Although some people say not to use it.
like me

don't like the stuff, just replace the damn belts and be done with it
Old 11-25-2003, 08:16 PM
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the belt costs as much as the spray and takes just as long to install. 5 minutes.
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Soap and water works well.
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Thanks for all the input...I'll try to get around to replacing the belts this weekend.




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