Re: [DML] Ringing noise in engine

[Warren Wallingford <warren@xxxxxxxxxx>]

I'll bet it's the alternator fan hitting the adjusting bracket.  The 
noise should stop when a notch has been worn in the blades.  Move the 
bracket just a little to miss the fan blades.
Warren at DMC



Hello everyone,
> 
> My car has developed a strange noise in the engine. I can best describe 
> it as the sound of on old fashioned telephone ringer bell, sounding 
> continuously while the motor is running. I tried using a stick as a 
> stethoscope, but I can't really confirm where the sound is originating. 
> It seems to me around the water pump area, but I can't tell if it 
> really is the pump. The water pump, alternator, and AC bearings all 
> were replaced when I did my restoration 2500 miles ago. 
> 
> Has anyone else experienced a noise like this? I really don't want to 
> go replacing possibly good parts. Instinct tells me it's most likely 
> the pump, but I want to be sure.
> 
> All advice welcomed.
> 
> Marty
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