timing belt
Advanced
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
If you arent doing it your self...
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
the typical dealer rate is 700-900 for the belt and H2o pump replacement. Cheaper at independent mechanics
Senior Moderator
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 81,385
Likes: 3,068
From: Appleton WI
Originally Posted by HockyStar89
no way im doing it myself, just by looking in there it looks like alot has to be removed just to get to the belt
(ive had mine on and off so many times doing the 6 speed conversion i could probably do it in under a hour now)
Trending Topics
MUCH bigger than you!!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 204
Likes: 0
From: Lexington, KY
Kris,
Meet me halfway (Chicago) and we'll do mine.
Meet me halfway (Chicago) and we'll do mine.
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
Its really not a difficult task. The single hardest part is getting the crank bolt off. If you buy the 30 dollar tool its very easy. It just takes time to get the cover bolts off.
(ive had mine on and off so many times doing the 6 speed conversion i could probably do it in under a hour now)
(ive had mine on and off so many times doing the 6 speed conversion i could probably do it in under a hour now)
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 33,535
Likes: 1,142
105 thousand miles
water pump/coolant, timing belt and tensioner, spark plugs (recommend NGK Platinum or Iridium 7 bucks each and worth it), possible valve adjustment- they may need a minor adjust- will help overall running and fuel injection
Considering its the first time the car gets much more than an oil change and a look-see with rotate the tires, and most sports cars get water pumps and more every 20 -30 k!!! just buy an rx7 and see what maitenance cost are
A good private shop using quality parts- may have better than OE water pump and brand name belts available to them.
As long as they have everything torn apart it's a great time to install a thermoblock intake manifold spacer and UR underdrive crank pulley
see Black Market for detail post
www.outlawengineering.com buy direct $100
www.unorthodoxracing.com
Acurazine vendor Excellerate carries the UR pulley, has great price and sells the right special belt for it too $180 + $45 I think
Adds about 10-15+ hp with both mods and can improve fuel economy- especially the spacer
water pump/coolant, timing belt and tensioner, spark plugs (recommend NGK Platinum or Iridium 7 bucks each and worth it), possible valve adjustment- they may need a minor adjust- will help overall running and fuel injection
Considering its the first time the car gets much more than an oil change and a look-see with rotate the tires, and most sports cars get water pumps and more every 20 -30 k!!! just buy an rx7 and see what maitenance cost are
A good private shop using quality parts- may have better than OE water pump and brand name belts available to them.
As long as they have everything torn apart it's a great time to install a thermoblock intake manifold spacer and UR underdrive crank pulley
see Black Market for detail post
www.outlawengineering.com buy direct $100
www.unorthodoxracing.com
Acurazine vendor Excellerate carries the UR pulley, has great price and sells the right special belt for it too $180 + $45 I think
Adds about 10-15+ hp with both mods and can improve fuel economy- especially the spacer
-Arsenic-
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 6,194
Likes: 101
From: St. Louis, MO
DAMN. I guess im luckier than I thought. I work for a dealership, and I had a mechanic (after hours) Install my springs, adjustable control arms, timing belt, water pump, and do a 4-wheel alignment for $350. Lol. 
Senior Moderator
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 81,385
Likes: 3,068
From: Appleton WI
Originally Posted by 01tl4tl
Kris always laughs at 105- he went 150k before change
get it right! it was never changed, i pulled the motor out at 200k (but was planing on changing it at the 200k)
Cruisin'
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
From: Massachusetts
Yeah I'm in the boston area too, My 02 TL-S has 109mi on it. I was thinking about stretching my luck another year before i change the timing belt. Still thinking about it though, definately doing the tires, plugs, fluids, & other belts this month. Decisions, Decisions, lol.
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 1,661
Likes: 2
From: Bay Area, Ca
Is it worthwhile to change the seal on the crankshaft as well or the seal will pretty last forever?
The Honda dealer close to my area charges 950+tax not include water pump and other parts that need to replace once they take the engine apart.
The Honda dealer close to my area charges 950+tax not include water pump and other parts that need to replace once they take the engine apart.
Thread Starter
Advanced
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 95
Likes: 0
From: NH
best quote i got was like 550 from a mom and pop garage in my area, that includes water pump..i also need a wheel bearring and my back brakes are now squeeking like a bitch, so im trying 2 save money as much as possible
MUCH bigger than you!!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 204
Likes: 0
From: Lexington, KY
Do you need a front wheel bearing? If so, I have a brand new one I would like to sell. It's an OEM Honda bearing. PM me if you're interested.
Originally Posted by HockyStar89
best quote i got was like 550 from a mom and pop garage in my area, that includes water pump..i also need a wheel bearring and my back brakes are now squeeking like a bitch, so im trying 2 save money as much as possible
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
BlkTxAcuraTypeS
Member Cars for Sale
3
Oct 18, 2015 08:05 PM
asahrts
Member Cars for Sale
0
Sep 4, 2015 05:55 PM