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Old 12-09-2001, 10:54 PM
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Originally posted by b-b00gie
Are we speaking of a "raspie" "grinding-like" noise almost?
Perhaps you are experiencing starter squeal. That is also quite common and doesn't hurt anything but our ears.

The other start-up issue is clatter. A very rapid ticking that lasts a couple of seconds as well.
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