I replace the serp belt and it is quiet for about 3 months before it starts to squeal again. It has new AC Delco pro tensioner and idler, new power steering pump, newer upgraded alternator (cs144 with appropriate belt) cleaned all pulleys with wire brush.
I put a bar of soap on the belt edges, and no change. I touch the soap to the back (smooth) side and no change. I touch the soap to the grooves and it goes away, instantaneously.
Here is my question:
Since the squeal goes away when I lightly touch the grooved side of the belt, does this mean it is belt related? Should I continue looking at mechanical? I am using a Gates belt.
I looked for the Green "Fleet" type belt, the expensive one, but could not find it for my application with the CS144.
1996 GMC K2500 with 5.7l, 8 lug,14 bolt SF, 260K miles
I have read through the other posts, but no joy. Still squeals. A new Gates belt makes it quiet for abut 3 months before it starts to come back. (replaced under warranty)
Stumped.
Thanks,
I put a bar of soap on the belt edges, and no change. I touch the soap to the back (smooth) side and no change. I touch the soap to the grooves and it goes away, instantaneously.
Here is my question:
Since the squeal goes away when I lightly touch the grooved side of the belt, does this mean it is belt related? Should I continue looking at mechanical? I am using a Gates belt.
I looked for the Green "Fleet" type belt, the expensive one, but could not find it for my application with the CS144.
1996 GMC K2500 with 5.7l, 8 lug,14 bolt SF, 260K miles
I have read through the other posts, but no joy. Still squeals. A new Gates belt makes it quiet for abut 3 months before it starts to come back. (replaced under warranty)
Stumped.
Thanks,