2018 VW Polo MK10 GTI Belt noise.

[OomStu_ZA]

Hi Andrewvw8
Seems this website does not allow for video upload but the WeTransfer worked fine, I have the file. Is it more prominent under accelaration while driving or just is it just at idle?

I also see your vehicle is also stage 2 "ge-tune", just software or does it include hardware? Revo have finally launched their software and am keen to go stage 1 ECU and DSG, at a cost of ±$800.00 (± R12K).
https://www.onlyrevo.com/product-detail ... 24/stage-1

I have been stage 2 for around a year now never had a days issues ..... havent put her on the Dyno yet so not sure what she makes....but she is strong.... so would deff recomend tunning it changes the car totally...

Great to hear as I am leaning on the side of caution (at my age:P) but am so so tempted. What is your current fuel economy? Mine sits around the 7.1 - 7.7L/100KM. With tuning comes increased KW and NM meaning I would need to also replace tyres every 6 months, lol. These Michelen 225/40/18's are costly to replace (set of 4 ±R13.5K). Speaking of, I managed to source another 4 and will be replacing in another 5000KM.

[Andrewvw8]

Hi Andrewvw8
Seems this website does not allow for video upload but the WeTransfer worked fine, I have the file. Is it more prominent under accelaration while driving or just is it just at idle?

I also see your vehicle is also stage 2 "ge-tune", just software or does it include hardware? Revo have finally launched their software and am keen to go stage 1 ECU and DSG, at a cost of ±$800.00 (± R12K).
https://www.onlyrevo.com/product-detail ... 24/stage-1

It gets louder under accelaertaion but only to a point....

When my 2008 Polo went in for a service it came back with a noticeable whine from the engine bay thoughtout the rev range while driving. Took it staight back and the mechanic was dumbfounded but conceeded the replacement part was at fault. I dont recall what part it was (bearing related) but it was located in and around the fan belt area as well. I am not a mechanic, sorry I can be of more help boet. Not sure where you located but if you in CPT then Barons N1 is the place to go. I have built a great relationship with the team over the last 20 years and can recommend them 100%. Ask for Rodeny, their service manager.

Thank you for the info i am in Johannesburg unfortunately but have heard good things about Barons....

Thank you again for the assistsiace... perhaps someone else has had or knows of this issues.

[Andrewvw8]

Great to hear as I am leaning on the side of caution (at my age:P) but am so so tempted. What is your current fuel economy? Mine sits around the 7.1 - 7.7L/100KM. With tuning comes increased KW and NM meaning I would need to also replace tyres every 6 months, lol. These Michelen 225/40/18's are costly to replace (set of 4 ±R13.5K). Speaking of, I managed to source another 4 and will be replacing in another 5000KM.
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To be fair most of my driving is done on the highway so i avg around 6L-7L but in town she is heavy..around 10L...

Ya tyres donst last he he... but that all the fun with a FWD....

If you going to take the car and chase times them i would say go with the best tyers if not there are alot of decent cheaper tyers out there...and different sizes that will be sufficent...

[Andrewvw8]

So small update i showed the vidoe to my local Macky and he says it sounds like the Alternator pulley.

so i will pull the belt over the weekend and do a visual and sound inspection.

hopefully a easy fix....

[Andrewvw8]

So its not the belt, or any of the pulleys...

Without the belt on the whine is still there....

Now no idea....

Anyone have anu other ideas???

Tia

[Andrewvw8]

Small update taken it to VW and the feedback given is the sound is normal....nothing to worry about..

Not sure i fully trust that...but hopefully they are correct...

[SRGTD]

Small update taken it to VW and the feedback given is the sound is normal....nothing to worry about..

Not sure i fully trust that...but hopefully they are correct...

I might not have the most acute hearing but to me it sounds pretty much like my 2020 Polo GTI+.

Stop worrying, drive it and enjoy it .

[Andrewvw8]

Small update taken it to VW and the feedback given is the sound is normal....nothing to worry about..

Not sure i fully trust that...but hopefully they are correct...

I might not have the most acute hearing but to me it sounds pretty much like my 2020 Polo GTI+.

Stop worrying, drive it and enjoy it .

"Cheers for that" that is the plan going forward....