'98 2.3 CL; 116K mi., Muffler Change / Engine Light / + Timing Belt ?s
08-14-2011, 06:00 PM
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'98 2.3 CL; 116K mi., Muffler Change / Engine Light / + Timing Belt ?s
Hello! Questions for all regarding Muffler Change + Timing Belt Change.
1) Muffler Change: Muffler loud, has hole in it. Must replace it. Anything else to be concerned about here? Independent Mechanic indicated also important to look at pipe connected to muffler, that it may also have a hole and important to check that.
Muffler replacement type? I spoke with AutoZone and Advanced Auto Parts; Autozone had one replacement muffler and Advanced Auto Parts had three or four different ones. Does it matter? In another forum, someone suggested: the heavier the muffler the better.
2) Timing Belt. At 116K understanding is I need a new timing belt, need this one to be replaced soon and to make it a priority. Can any independent mechanic do this?
Anything else to be concerned? This is a great car, I love it. Want to get it in better shape and make it over 200k mi. Thanks!
1) Muffler Change: Muffler loud, has hole in it. Must replace it. Anything else to be concerned about here? Independent Mechanic indicated also important to look at pipe connected to muffler, that it may also have a hole and important to check that.
Muffler replacement type? I spoke with AutoZone and Advanced Auto Parts; Autozone had one replacement muffler and Advanced Auto Parts had three or four different ones. Does it matter? In another forum, someone suggested: the heavier the muffler the better.
2) Timing Belt. At 116K understanding is I need a new timing belt, need this one to be replaced soon and to make it a priority. Can any independent mechanic do this?
Anything else to be concerned? This is a great car, I love it. Want to get it in better shape and make it over 200k mi. Thanks!
08-14-2011, 08:19 PM
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1) depends what you want... you can get magnaflow muffler welded on
2) timing should be done asap most of the mechanics can do it but i'd recommend local Honda/Acura shop or dealer (sometimes they have good deals but moslty wants to screw you over...
you can get oem parts online for like 30% off and have a mechanic install them
labor should not be more than $300-400
2) timing should be done asap most of the mechanics can do it but i'd recommend local Honda/Acura shop or dealer (sometimes they have good deals but moslty wants to screw you over...
you can get oem parts online for like 30% off and have a mechanic install them
labor should not be more than $300-400
08-14-2011, 10:44 PM
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Hello! Questions for all regarding Muffler Change + Timing Belt Change.
1) Muffler Change: Muffler loud, has hole in it. Must replace it. Anything else to be concerned about here? Independent Mechanic indicated also important to look at pipe connected to muffler, that it may also have a hole and important to check that.
Muffler replacement type? I spoke with AutoZone and Advanced Auto Parts; Autozone had one replacement muffler and Advanced Auto Parts had three or four different ones. Does it matter? In another forum, someone suggested: the heavier the muffler the better.
2) Timing Belt. At 116K understanding is I need a new timing belt, need this one to be replaced soon and to make it a priority. Can any independent mechanic do this?
Anything else to be concerned? This is a great car, I love it. Want to get it in better shape and make it over 200k mi. Thanks!
1) Muffler Change: Muffler loud, has hole in it. Must replace it. Anything else to be concerned about here? Independent Mechanic indicated also important to look at pipe connected to muffler, that it may also have a hole and important to check that.
Muffler replacement type? I spoke with AutoZone and Advanced Auto Parts; Autozone had one replacement muffler and Advanced Auto Parts had three or four different ones. Does it matter? In another forum, someone suggested: the heavier the muffler the better.
2) Timing Belt. At 116K understanding is I need a new timing belt, need this one to be replaced soon and to make it a priority. Can any independent mechanic do this?
Anything else to be concerned? This is a great car, I love it. Want to get it in better shape and make it over 200k mi. Thanks!
2. As long as the shop is ASE certified any independent mechanic can do that. If you don't know any mechanics you can trust then you can search on the interwebs for reviews on shops.
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