Hey people, The subject is based on what I and old posts seem to describe the noise as but all the posts seem old and unanswered so i've brought it up not only because my car is doing it but to try solve it too.

Anyway, my screeching seems to kick in at around 60 (but not always) and once it has done it, it may happen at as low as 33 (so far). It makes motorway driving hell as its a horrible noise and makes me paranoid lol. I've taken it to my usual garage, but typically it didn't make the noise for him and he hit 70.

One answer mentioned the cambelt pulleys, I had the cambelt replaced when i bought the car as I heard a noise which didnt seem right. I doubt the whole thing was replaced though so it may be that.

Another thing which may be linked as someone mentioned before when the engine initially starts it lacks power, with the rev count increasing and decreasing even if my foot is on the clutch. This only lasts a short time and often results in a stall. I wouldn't have mentioned this (thought it was just my driving) but i noticed someone else had mentioned it.

Thanks, and hope we can solve the issue.

Edited by Philhull on 08/04/2011 at 20:02