squeeking noise?, alternator? please help Options

[tim86]

Hey guys I recently noticed a chriping/squeeking noise coming from the pass side under the hood. This only happens when above 1k rpms and this fluctuates while accelerating. When listening under the hood it sounds like the alternator whining a bit. Is there anything else that could make this noise? Just trying to troubleshoot and save up money before i take it to the shop... thanks guys

[94STJR]

i've heard never to apply belt dressing just because it only makes it worse.

btw i've had the same problem. i've decided it's my alternator bearings (that nobody has tried to meniton before) because it's making a nice metallic whine noise around or a little above idle. i notice mine on shifts (when rpms drop) but when i get to cruising speed (60mph) i don't notice it because of road/wind noise.

i have 231k miles on mine with the orginal engine and clutch, the alternator has been replaced before. but it may need to get another one.

what would be a good aftermarket higher amp alternator? send me a message if you don't want to post here. thanks!