does the labour include replace the water pump, pointless to do it at a later once it starts leaking, since already in there, and then you be good for another 105k

also parts, need a list of parts you are getting, price can vary widely without all the parts necessary

 

i did do it myself, but it was not my car yet , but yes it was already done at 90k, 105k is just too far for me, with honda trying to extend the first major service as long as possible

 

i need to do mine soon. i was so itchy to try to do it myself. i want to change the water pump and the timing belt myself but i'm way to inexperience to do it. i will leave it to acura. probably at 205k i will attempt to do it. around that time i should have my ASE certification

 

camshaft seals are not mandatory, only optional, normally they will last 2 or so belts, but as said you are already in there though, so does not hurt to just do it now

 

its funny because on acuraoemparts.com they do not list the camshaft seals as parts. so i'm guessing they took it down because it wasn't a mandatory part or not

 

an independent shop can do the job also, and better too, but no loaner car though (normally), and if organised, you drop it off in the mourning, and it be done by the evening, or the next day at the latest

 

should still be listed, what happens when you have to pull the cams, gotta be able to replace the seals still

 

btw listed right here, #16
http://www.hondapartsunlimited.com/i...&submit=submit

 

if i do take it to an independant shop wouldn't i have to buy the parts myself? i mean seriously, i know 2 shops around my area that specialize in hondas/toyotas.

check it out yourself. just go to the site and click year 1999 and click camshaft something. and you will see the diagram and the seals are labeled #16 but they have it not listed below and no price for it either.

 

wow so is acuraoemparts.com obsolete or something

 

no, we just order them, and they get delivered to us, much easier then trying to rely on customers on ordering the correct parts

 

but i did put in an 03 type-s though, forgot you got an 99

 

go talk with the service MANAGER at the private shop and ask if they will install your parts from acura, or at least provide the parts for the same price you can get them-

shops get even more discount than whats available to regular customers
so they can make a buck on the deal
When the shop provides the parts- they also warranty that part as part of the deal. for making a few dollars they assume liabilty of labor if part fails

Tell the shop about deals on here for parts and see if they can get better deal at local dealer

Cam seals not usually needed on the timing belt service

Valve adjustment is needed- do it

 

I know a few guys that work at the dealership, so they're giving me a few discounts.

 

Somehow I'm not surprised

 

So much fail...


Not to mention that some shops won't install parts or guarantee the work when you bring your own parts.

 

criticizing my religion? i mean why am i failing? because i believe in a god or Christianity and putting my faith into him protecting me from harm in danger. something you probably would say is a joke?

grow up seriously, my comment should not of been a religion one but its something i depend on in all my situations in life

 

that too, and alot of times can be more of an hassle to install too, from being a poorer quality part, and having lower quality controls on it (ie: bolt holes don't line up)

 

hes not criticizing your religion, hes criticizing you for your stupidity in believing you do not need to change your timing belt.

 

No its not stupid. If you would of looked at all my previous posts in this thread. I said I'm struggling financially and relying on faith in god to hold my timing belt

I know its logical to get the belt fixed, duh? If I had jobs like you and had money like you I would get it fixed. I'm not like you and besides I shouldn't had said anything about religion because honestly a person with faith in god will always get criticized.

A man can't rely on faith to hold the old belt over till money kicks in? Wow talk about life...

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Anyway..



Oh hush!

 

BTW, Alee, which dealership? Gary Force Acura in Brentwood?

 

ck the azine Meets section for your town, find another ziner who works on cars at home and can help you do the job for the cost of parts and lunch

Faith is good to have and live by, and rubber obeys laws of physics..stupid Newton~

 

i've had to replace my belt twice in the past month.

 

Why?

 

wow! did not even notice you live in Nashville!

No, I'm driving a Honda for the time being.. I go to Reddell Honda in Murfreesboro..

 

are you MTSU student?