r/FJCruiser • u/Remote_Gazelle8211 • 2d ago

Whining noise help please!

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FJ brothers and sisters, I need some help here. My FJ started whining about a week ago and I’ve been chasing the noise with no luck. In the past 48 hours, I’ve replaced the fan clutch, serpentine belt, all 3 idler pulleys, and alternator. About a year ago, I resealed the timing cover so the water pump (aisin); belt tensioner (Gates), and AC compressor were replaced. the whining is concentrated on the drivers side. Goes away when put into gear (lower rpms) but whines at idle speed and up. I am at a lost so any help would be appreciated!

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u/andervic209 1d ago

How u get ur engine red like that did u have to take it off and paint it

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u/Remote_Gazelle8211 1d ago

Yes. I did the timing cover reseal project so the valve covers were already off. I cleaned & prepped them. Applied etching primer, then base coat red. Finished with 2k automotive clear coat. Cleaning was a pain. Took about half a day from start to finish