whine on coast not as bad in N
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whine on coast not as bad in N
ok so when im coming to a coast I hear a whine it souds like a powerwheels car its not as bad in neutral. I can hear it very well at slow speeds, only when moving it runs fine but this noise is worrisome to me. If anyone else has had this issue please let me know and where should i start. This is my first post and my first jeep, but i love it wanted one forever and now i have one dont wanna ruin it
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Check the tension on the belt. It should be very tight. At the longest point between two pulleys you should only be able to twist it 90 degrees.
It could be the internals of the alternator. Mine whines sometimes. Like when I turn my roof lights on it strains the alternator pretty bad and it whines slightly.
It could be the internals of the alternator. Mine whines sometimes. Like when I turn my roof lights on it strains the alternator pretty bad and it whines slightly.
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sorry took me so long to reply..checked the belts all feel tight. I have put right at 1000 miles since i purchased it a mont ago and no issues yet!! im gonna keep an eye/ear on it.
thanks for the replies
thanks for the replies
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Gear whine could be from worn, dry, or out of spec unit. Sometimes it's just how they are. Could even be transfer case low on fluid. Have you checked/changed ANY of the fluids yet?
I have determined from this thread that you've driven 1000 miles with your rear brakes as such, so you should be good for another week.
I have determined from this thread that you've driven 1000 miles with your rear brakes as such, so you should be good for another week.
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thanks I figured as much just wanted to make sure. Had a freind told me "oh they make all kinds of weird noises" but im glad i didn't give up on finding it....as for the diff fluid and transfer. Im planning on servicing that as well this weekend I will do the service and update post if that helps or not. tanks again for all the advice
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FWIW, I got the gear lube cheaper at Meijers (regional BB store) cheaper than Azone.
Wally world or such might be same. TC, trans, and axles would add up to a little bit of savings. Takes 4 quarts for both axles. I used Valvolene 70-140.
IIRC, it was about .50 per qt cheaper
Wally world or such might be same. TC, trans, and axles would add up to a little bit of savings. Takes 4 quarts for both axles. I used Valvolene 70-140.
IIRC, it was about .50 per qt cheaper
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could the lube have anything to do with the fact that when I turn at slow speed or take off straight there is a vibration almost like a tire rub it goes away if i let off the gas a bit it only does it when straight when i give it a lil more gas than usual, but very noticable when sharp turn left not as bad on right