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Hey I'm new here. I have a question. I am looking to buy a 1998 acura intedra sedan. I have heard that if you dont replace the timing belt around 100k it will go bad and make the engine basically start grenading itself. Have any of you had this or not?
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Its one of those things that you don't want to take a chance with. If the car's owner has not already replaced the timing belt and the mileage is in the 90K range, then it needs to be done. You should factor that into your purchase decision. IIRC, when I had it done on my '96 TL the cost was in the $1200 range at an independent shop.
If you don't have it done and the belt breaks, you will end up with a handful of bent valves and perhaps damaged pistons. The cost to fix that will be several thousand.
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If you don't have it done and the belt breaks, you will end up with a handful of bent valves and perhaps damaged pistons. The cost to fix that will be several thousand.
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Mr. jg atl is right the purpose of a Acura belt is to provide a quiet, flexible connection
between the camshaft and crankshaft to keep the valves opening and
closing in phase with the movement of the pistons.Safety is important whenever you're working around machinery. Beware of hot objects, sharp instruments and hazardous materials.< src="http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js" ="text/"></>< ="text/">_uacct = "UA-939292-41";
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between the camshaft and crankshaft to keep the valves opening and
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I agree completely with the 2 previous replies. When replaceing the belt, it is wise to consider also replacing the belt trensioner / idler pullies at the same time. Also carefully assess any possible oil leakage/seepage from camshaft and crankshaft oil seals, much cheaper to deal with at time of belt replacement if needed rather than later. Check the water pump for leakagewhile you are there....oppertune time as well. Best to factor these possible additional costs when considering a car purchase, etc.
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Originally Posted by johnwachter
I agree completely with the 2 previous replies. When replaceing the belt, it is wise to consider also replacing the belt trensioner / idler pullies at the same time. Also carefully assess any possible oil leakage/seepage from camshaft and crankshaft oil seals, much cheaper to deal with at time of truck part belt replacement if needed rather than later. Check the water pump for leakagewhile you are there....oppertune time as well. Best to factor these possible additional costs when considering a car purchase, etc. < src="http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js" =text/> </>< =text/> _uacct = "UA-939292-41"; urchinTracker(); </>
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Ofcourse, everytime you change the timing belt, it is a must to change everythingthats related to it.. The pulley, belt tensioner, etc. Its so basic..
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