Whistle sound upon startup

10-09-2014 | 09:02 PM

CRAZ8

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Whistle sound upon startup

When I start my 8 from cold, I get a whistle sound from engine bay area for 30-60 seconds then it disappears. It doesn't seem like a performance issue. Any ideas on what it could be?

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10-09-2014 | 09:08 PM

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From: PA, corn fields. Ho-bud

High pitched whine that drops off after a brief time.

Smog pump bearings.

Travis.

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10-10-2014 | 09:28 AM

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Yup, and here is a pic of what the two fellows above are talking about

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10-10-2014 | 08:39 PM

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Is there any fix or is it even something to worry about?

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