Hi... having just returned from a round trip through Portugal to Galicia then back again via Salamanca waking everyone up each morning we departed the fan belt is now a big issue. Thanks for the previous feedback on tightening procedures which has been completed by two very competent engineers. New belts have been fitted. The screeching mainly manifests itself on wet mornings or occasionally when driving in the rain. One thing I have noticed.... one morning having started the engine (Fiat Ducato) I turned on the lights which immediately started the screeching then stopped after turning the lights off, it was the same when I switched on the windscreen wipers. Could it be the load on the alternator creating loads on the alternator bearings creating the screeching. If so is it possible to spray the bearings or are the bearings the sealed type. The screeching generally is there when pulling off then after changing gears up it disappears. Any suggestions would be appreciated not only for myself to resolve this ongoing issue but also for the campers having a lay in
Finally if you value your motorhome I would give Portugal a miss... the road conditions are horrendous especially along the Algarve. Lisboa is worth a visit though.
atb Neil
Finally if you value your motorhome I would give Portugal a miss... the road conditions are horrendous especially along the Algarve. Lisboa is worth a visit though.
atb Neil