So last week I did the general maintenance on the van- ALL of the filters and rear brake adjustment, including bleeding the brakes.
Sunday and today the serpentine belt is SCREECHING and when it's not screeching there's a low hum.
:lockedup: :rage: :hammerhead: :banghead:
I'll have to go get it diagnosed and spend another Saturday wrenching- I used to halfway enjoy getting familiar with my cars, but nowadays I work 0440 to 1800hrs, with the prospect of working occasional 12hr shifts on weekends soon.... :(
That really sucks Will...
What state do you live in again? Just curious, I wish I could come and actually help you out.
FWIW, take a look and see if you have a broken or seized tensioner or idler pulley.
Augusta, Georgia.
That was my first instinct- everything LOOKED like it was ok, but I'll look at it more closely today.
Georgia is a long way for here...sorry.
hehe No prob- I appreciate the online help: I get the work done EVENTUALLY..
So the rear is making loud grinding noises now ONLY when sharp cornering (low speed.) Not when braking.
I had to bang and bang to get the drums off, did I mess up the bearings??
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And the belt problems seem to be gone: I listened closely and couldn't hear anything-
Except when I turn the AC off it's a little quieter, the compressor seems to be rattling and making a little bit of noise, but nothing major.