78RedShark

Hi,

I just replaced my fan/alternator belt and as part of the process I had to remove and reinstall the power steering pump on my 78-350...long story.

Anyways, all belts are in place and I started her up and everything sounds fine...until I hit the gas...once the rpm's go past 1500, it makes a squealing noise...

I don't want to drive her until I figure out what the source is...could it be my power steering pump pulley is not lined up.? I can't see anything touching anything. Maybe I didn't put something on right when replacing the v-belt?PLEASE HELP!

Thanks.

jerryp58

Sounds like a loose belt.

78RedShark

v-belt or power steering belt...which one more likely?

NHvette

... or an older belt that has gotten slippery on the groove side.
... or often oil/grease gets on the belts and/or pulley grooves.
This will allow them to slip at higher speeds.
Clean 'em up good with isopropyl alcohol or a quick wipe down with lacquer thinner.
PS belts gotta be tight, too.

:seeya

78RedShark

Thanks folks...looks like I just needed to tighten the v-belt.

She's alive again! :auto:

SuperFast80

shoddy workmanship :lol: