Sqeaking noise suggestions?

CobraRed_96_GT

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May 20, 2006
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I have a rotating mass sqeaking noise comming from the lower radiator region ( i assume considering i don't have a stethoscope). Now im pretty damn sure it ISN'T the fan belt nor pulleys considering i just put on a new belt and underdrive pulleys. It isn't the fan because it only makes the noise when my engine is cold. ANy ideas? im open to suggestions :)
EDIT: All bolts for pulleys are tight and belt has 1/2 inch flex in each lateral direction-aka normal
 
when turning, its a long squeak that occurs the duration of a turn at low speeds. Im guessing low speeds but at idle is the only time i can hear it over my exhuast. Outside the car the noise is prodominant

EDIT: i suppose a creak would describe the noise, yes
 
I had this same problem with my 96 GT and it is a simple fix.
Your crankshaft bearing are most likely going bad.After you take off
the idler pulley the crankshaft bearings are right behind the crankshaft
seal just pull the seal off and you are there.