Timing Belt Question, Special tool needed? Options

[Brightside]

I'm trying to determine if I need any special tools to replace the timing belt on my 7afe.

I did a little digging and found the pdf's for the tech manual & they show a special tool when you remove the belt. Is it really needed?

EDIT: It's called "SST" & it is pictured for the crankshaft pulley removal. Is this just a pulley puller? END EDIT

Also, I'm assuming I need to get a new belt & idler pulley, a new valve cover gasket, and a new water pump/gasket. Did I miss anything? I'm assuming Toyota parts are the way to go, right?

Sorry for all the questions, but I'm new to Celicas. Thanks!

This post has been edited by Brightside: Mar 20, 2008 - 9:30 AM

[scothaniel]

Nope, timing is still distributor based (at least on the 5S and 3S motors).

For Toyota parts at good prices, check with Greg @ Metro Toyota www.toyotapart.com or Jeff @ Champion Toyota http://www.toyotaworld.com.

[alltracman78]

Nope, timing is still distributor based (at least on the 5S and 3S motors).

Even though it has a dist, timing is still fixed, as long as it's a 96 ^ Because of OBDII [US spec].