how to stop squelling pullies
 

i got some squeeky pullies, is there any way to stop them from squeeling all the damn time besides buy new ones

thanks!

clean any rust/oil off the pulleys and replace the belts.

also be sure the fitment and alignment of the accessories (alt, P/S, smog pump, etc) is ok and that the pulleys are not bent, warped or damaged.

Have you removed the air pump? If so you need a dual belt pully for the alternator, as the one remaining belt on the water pump does not have enough grip to drive the stock fan.

If you haven't removed the air pump, you probably just need to tighten the belts properly.

I agree with the esteemed colleague from New Zealand. AND DO NOT USE ANY "Stop Squeak" Product!!!!!!

I also agree, do not use any such products.

When I used to drive my mustang around, the belts were pretty old. They also might not have been tensioned right. Well, I was younger and stupider and listend to some advice on how to make the belts stop squeeking. "Well, they are supposed to slip a little, perhaps your system isnt letting them slip properly, put some soap on the belts"


Anyway, I reccomend just getting the new belts and making sure they are tentioned properly. New belts are not that expensive, and it is better then having one break on you while you're driving, especially if it goes around your water pump!

If the squeak is still driving you nuts, and the belts are new & tight, try spraying a little carb cleaner on them while it's idleing.
This rarely but sometimes helps.

Might as well add to the list. Change the belts. If they are old, it's the belts. Even if they are new and got contaminated by antifreeze, or the like, you'll never be able to remove the noise. If it's truely a pulley bearing, you'll need to do a replacement.

contaminated by antifreeze?
i was replacing my thermo sensor and i got a little antifreeze in some areas... this could be it..???

Did the noise start after you replaced the thermo sensor? My wife's Jeep Grand Cherokee blew off an upper hose onto a virtually new serpentine belt. Replaced it this past weekend because I didn't like the noise. I had brand new belts on my TII when the engine was installed. Needed to replace 1 belt 'cause it got hit with antifreeze.
You can try cleaning it, but I don't think it will work. If belts are in good shape, not cracked, or worn, you might want to just let it go. You can try a belt dressing, but have found that will only make matters worse in the long term.