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Old 11-21-2003, 02:04 AM
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Re: Timing belt/tensioner

OF COURSE!!!!! The timing belt/water pump change is scheduled at 60k miles so why not do it right now when you have your engine open?!? That's how I did it. When you change your timing belt you should also change your water pump, AND change the timing belt tensioner!! Most people dont change the tensioner (I didnt and I regret it) and an old tensioner can cause the timing belt to jump a tooth or two on the cam sprokets and really mess with the performance and/or even bend the valves in the head! It shouldn't cost you $250 dollars for the parts...I can see if labor is included but if it's just for parts, thats too much.
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