 How long and how easy is it to replace a timing belt?, i need help fast. THanks |
 Jun 11, 2008 - 8:37 PM
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Enthusiast  Joined Feb 18, '07 From Clackamas, Oregon USA Currently Offline Reputation: 2 (100%)  |
Hey guys, i guess i need to change the timing belt so my bud can buy my car. Anyways, i was wondering how long it takes to change a timing belt, and if i can do it myslef. Or, does a shop have to do it? if so, how much is reasonable for a labour price? thanks for your help.
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Jun 11, 2008 - 8:46 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '08 From JB MDL, NJ Currently Offline Reputation: 30 (100%) |
There is a DIY on the site somewhere...I think they said bout 5-18 hours. here
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Jun 11, 2008 - 9:14 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 23, '06 Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I would like to know reasonable labor prices too. My car is about 9k miles for my second timing belt change.
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Jun 11, 2008 - 9:25 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Sep 24, '02 From North Carolina Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
QUOTE (terqui @ Jun 11, 2008 - 8:14 PM)  I would like to know reasonable labor prices too. My car is about 9k miles for my second timing belt change. I think the book time for the job is about 4-5 hours, so depending on how much a shop charges an hour of labor, it could be anywhere from $300-450 for labor. -------------------- |
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Jun 11, 2008 - 9:31 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Nov 1, '07 From Santa Barbara, CA Currently Offline Reputation: 2 (100%) |
my mechanics buddy did the job for 220 (including belt). If you're not able to do it yourself you should ask a trusted mechanic to do it as a side job, it's a pretty common job.
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Jun 11, 2008 - 11:06 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Apr 18, '05 From Lincoln, Ar Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
Lets just say if u have access to an Air Compressor and a 600ft lb impact wrench you can get the job done pretty quick. Otherwise you be scratching your head wondering how to take off your Harmonic balancer.
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Jun 12, 2008 - 1:14 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 22, '07 From Houston, TX Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
impact helps ALOT. BUT i've done it w.o one. just used a screw driver and a really long breaker bar.
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