[Shotimes] Bearing whine? Dunno

Alan Fanning Awfanning@earthlink.net
Sun, 25 Jan 2004 07:52:56 -0800


Be sure to take your tie off when performing this test... (j/k)

    Alan

George wrote:

> You can use a long screwdriver and your ear to check the idler pulleys, and
> the accessories themselves.  With the engine idling, carefully put the tip of
> the screwdriver against a solid portion of the part you want to check, and put
> your ear to the handle.  Press down with your head to transfer the sound from
> the screwdriver to your ear.  Foolproof, especially when you find the right
> noisy component.