1992 Holden Commodore making bad noises

1992 HOLDEN COMMODORE
306,161 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NUZECH
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hi i have a 1992 v6 vp commodore with 306161 on the clock. im getting a really bad noise coming from the engin. the harmonic balancer is tight and not worn. i took the belt off and the noise went. but when i put the belt back on the noise starting again. while idle the nosie is there but wen reving the engin its gone.
Jul 24, 2009 at 12:57 AM
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Hi there,

the inner & outer parts of the harmonic balancer give way on these, if the rubber is torn i would look closely here, also check all bearings on water pump, alt, idler & A/C.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jul 24, 2009 at 1:21 AM
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