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Old 08-22-2015, 09:44 AM   #2
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Originally Posted by Perfectlap View Post
The fun continues. After having the AC compressor, belt tensioner and rollers replaced (car is still at the shop) a new clacking sound emerges from the alternator area when the engine is revved. The clacking gets faster as the revs go up and tapers off as the car retuns to idle. A new alternator did not cure the issue. Anyone else experience this issue?
Check the declutching pulley on the alternator, they tend to make a loud "ratcheting" sound when they are dying.
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