Which timing belt kit to buy?
08-08-2011
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Which timing belt kit to buy?
So I am looking on ebay to buy a new timing belt kit, (water belt included).
My question is. Are they all the same? Or should I be looking for a certain brand name to the belt, water pump, etc?
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My question is. Are they all the same? Or should I be looking for a certain brand name to the belt, water pump, etc?
Thanks
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Re: Which timing belt kit to buy?
No, they aren't all the same and the parts your replacing are some of the most important on your vehicle. Generally speaking, this is a time when going oem is worth the extra cost. If not go to NAPA and get replacement parts manufactured in Japan.
Gates Racing makes good belts though.
Gates Racing makes good belts though.
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I like gates, but still went with Honda parts. They really aren't that much more expensive. I figured the Honda ones lasted me 100k+, so why change from something that works? I have 140k. I wonder if I'll find myself changing my timing belt a 2nd time one day.
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