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September-10th-2006 | 05:13 PM

phals

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Timing Belt

Im getting ready to replace my timing belt, regulat maintanance style, anything else i should replace while im at it?

September-10th-2006 | 07:48 PM

kargoboy

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Yes, I believe it may be in your best interest to replace the water pump while you are down there, iirc.

September-10th-2006 | 11:19 PM

Roddimus Prime

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water pump
accessory belts
coolant
T-stat (I suggest a 180* unit)
upper and lower hoses and possibly clamps as well

Take this time to clean everything thoroughly and inspect everything.

September-11th-2006 | 08:44 PM

phals

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should i replace the tensioner and idler as well?

September-12th-2006 | 09:42 PM

99ES

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Yes, you should

September-13th-2006 | 12:59 AM

kid prodigy

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just dont take it to the dealership like me...1350 for the major T-Belt Maintainace.

September-13th-2006 | 01:30 AM

phals

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Ouch, yeah the work i can do. Saves you bunches o money

September-13th-2006 | 02:47 PM

crowfive

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Hey, at what milage are you suppose to do that service at?

September-13th-2006 | 04:24 PM

KrayzieFox

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I think it's recommended at 60,000

September-13th-2006 | 04:47 PM

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anyone have any estimates on parts costs if i were to do this myself.

September-14th-2006 | 04:26 PM

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phals

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Ok kind of a dumb question, i didnt order a new gasket for the water pump, will i be ok to use the old one or should i hold out for a few more days?

September-14th-2006 | 04:41 PM

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Definately wait on that and get a new gasket. You should never really reuse any gasket unless it's in really really good shape, which doesn't happen very often. Better safe than sorry right?