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    About a week ago I had to get my intake gaskets replaced on my 03 GTP with 88k miles, because the water pump was going causing the car to overheat. I let it go for a while and after one drive to work, antifreeze was all over the engine.

    Now there is a clicking sound, which sounds like its coming for the alternator. It only does it on start up. The "clicks" are not in a rhythmic pattern and seem random. Once the engine is warm, the sound goes away. The car is running fine. I don't know if its because it was soaked in antifreeze or maybe the belts aren't tight enough or if the alternator is just shot. Any ideas?
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    I would check the tension on the belt first.
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    If you happen to need an alt i have one for sale. Pm me if interested
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