[Hellz]

well dodges the bullet on this one today.

took the day off to replace and troubleshoot some issues.

i have not solved this problem, but i have ruled out the compressor.
i start by replacing the AC belt tensioner.
sound still there, so i removed the AC Serp belt... sound still there. -so that ruled out the AC causing the sound.

from there i replaced the Serp belt tensioner arm.
also replaced the idler pulley too.

sound is still there, but it narrows it down to the water pump or Alt.
both of which will be alot cheaper than the $1k for a new compessor and parts.