Squeak and motor oil (was Colling system hoses)

["Walter" <Whalt@xxxx>]

Some answers to your questions:

The squealing noise from your engine may be from the idler pulley bearings.
I would thoroughly check this out before getting into the water pump. Try
taking the a/c belt off and seeing if the noise stops.

What kind of engine oil you use is a matter of personal preference.
Remember that synthetic is more slippery and therefore leaks out easier IF
you have an oil leak. I have Penzoil 10w-30 in my engine right now. That's
a bit thin, but the weather is cold. In hot weather I would use 20w-50.

Walt Tampa, FL