Timing Belt Advice and Concern
05-08-2013, 03:52 AM
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Timing Belt Advice and Concern
Hey all,
So my 1989 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with the V6 engine has 310,000 miles, and I have no idea when the timing belt was last serviced.
The truck has been meticulously maintained mechanically, so I am hoping it is okay, but nevertheless I need to have it checked.
Firstly: What is the consensus on part manufacturer? I am tempted to stick with genuine toyota parts for the belt, tensioner, water pump, etc. Is there a cheaper option that would be just as good?
Secondly: Is the belt easy to check on this truck, or does it require major disassembly? I am wondering if I can check it visually first, or if I should just blindly buy the parts because getting to the belt is half the battle.
Thanks.
So my 1989 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with the V6 engine has 310,000 miles, and I have no idea when the timing belt was last serviced.
The truck has been meticulously maintained mechanically, so I am hoping it is okay, but nevertheless I need to have it checked.
Firstly: What is the consensus on part manufacturer? I am tempted to stick with genuine toyota parts for the belt, tensioner, water pump, etc. Is there a cheaper option that would be just as good?
Secondly: Is the belt easy to check on this truck, or does it require major disassembly? I am wondering if I can check it visually first, or if I should just blindly buy the parts because getting to the belt is half the battle.
Thanks.
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