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Question: i replaced the alternator and the serpintine belt and its still squeeling bad.

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kessler01, 4.8L V8, Walterboro, SC, October 11, 2011, 16:53
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after all the replacing with the alternator and belt we removed the belt to see if it still squeels and it doesnt. no mechanics can tell me whats wrong.

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    mastertech6371 October 11, 2011, 17:09
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    look at the power steering pump, idler for the belt, ac compressor if you have one and lastly, the tensioner which I think is your issue. it sounds like you need a better tech. it is not that hard to find this out for a shop.

    Roy

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