Vortec 5.3 Question

[Chestah]

Having recently replaced my fuel pump my truck is running very well, however I am concerned about a noise it is making when I start my truck when it is cold. (overnight/etc)

 

It is a squeakish noise that is lasts only a second and occurs until I run the truck long enough. I know this is probably not serious but it annoys me.

 

Any suggestions?

[svensk]

Check your belts my truck has a small squeek to it when it starts cold as well.

Other than that mak sure it isn't your water pump making the noise that would be bad.

[Frank Sub]

Hi Chestah--Fuel pumps can be very noisy, and still operate OK. A full tank will quiet it down. If the sound still bugs you, turn up the volume on your tunes.--Frank Sub

[Chestah]

Hi Chestah--Fuel pumps can be very noisy, and still operate OK.  A full tank will quiet it down.  If the sound still bugs you, turn up the volume on your tunes.--Frank Sub

 

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This noise was present prior to me swapping the new fuel pump, if that matters.

 

Today I sprayed my belt with some lube to eliminate squeaks. I'll have to see tomorrow morning when I start my truck when it is completely cold.

 

 

 

EDIT: Also the noise doesn't sound like it is coming from underneath my truck, it seems to be coming from inside the hood. This morning if it the noise is there I will pop the hood and try to pinpoint it.

[chakis24]

ive been told to never use that squeak free spray stuff, it can cause more bad than good (esp if you get it on things your not supposed to). i tried it and it didnt work, but then m mechanic told me not to use it.

[pm26]

It's been my experience with countless vehicles over the years that if you have several engine drive belts, it usually is the alternator belt that squeals. Typically, tightening the belt a little cures the problem. Do not spray anything on the belt.

 

Another pitfall to avoid: Stay away from cheap Mexican of Chinese made automotive belts sold by discount parts chains. These belts will stretch constantly causing annoying squealing. Buy a good quality US made belt made by Gates or Good Year and it will give you years of good service.

[RyanZ71]

The 5.3 only uses one belt

[cmoore74]

The 5.3 only uses one belt

 

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The newer ones have 2 (at least mine does), not sure why but there is a separate smaller belt for the AC compressor.

[Chestah]

The 5.3 only uses one belt

 

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The newer ones have 2 (at least mine does), not sure why but there is a separate smaller belt for the AC compressor.

 

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Mine is a 2000 and I only know of one belt, but there may be another one?

 

My belt feels pretty tight, but once again I am gonna have my dad take a look because I'm not quite sure what is tight enough.

 

 

I have 93 thousand miles, is that about time to change the belt?

[saltwater_addict]

mines a 2000 and has 2 belts the serpentine and the a/c the a/c is a pita to change better go ahead and get a big screwdriver or something i cant remember how i got it on exactly but i remember it being a pain

[Chestah]

So I guess tomorrow I will check my other belt out.

 

Where exactly is it located in conjunction to other parts on my truck?

 

I will checkout this belt to make sure it is not too worn.

[C & A s Dad]

Matt, with 93 K and 7 years old, I would suggest you change it. You will likely find small cracks running in the "v portion" of the belt.

 

Please be sure and spend a little extra money and get a good belt. Gates supplies us (CARQUEST) and IMO they are the best. However, Goodyear and Dayco are great products as well.

[Chestah]

How much will this cost? (labor/belt)

 

 

EDIT: Or will I be able to change this myself?

[saltwater_addict]

The s belt is an easy change and about 25$ if i remember right

[Chestah]

The s belt is an easy change and about 25$ if i remember right

 

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Ok so, the serpentine belt is an easy change?

 

A good gates belt and a little time should have this fixed maybe?