Originally Posted by AmericanPride!

Had that problem with my old 94'...went to Autozone, popped the hood and stuck my ear down...found the pulley cracked in 2 and the case was rubbing.

$40 and 10 minutes later...problem solved. Unfortunately there's really only one POS model, but for $40...

I'd love to see your final bill for a 15 minute diagnosis/repair and $40 part retail