When does the timing belt need changing ?

[gsrsol84mm]

Has 112K on the clock. Checking the prior owners dealer's records, the timing belt was changed at 85K. When would it have to be changed again ?
Thanks, Wayne

[huck369]

Should be good for 100k, as long as you don't have any major oil leaks up front......but doubt your waterpump will last that long

[gtdanielgt]

Heya Huck,

Mine was done at about 68K and I have 115K on there now.. It HAS been 6 years since it was done though. I am planning on doing the timing belt with a tune-up as well in a month or less. Would you suggest replacing the water pump at that time as well even if it's not bad?

Thanks a bunch
-Daniel

[huck369]

Originally Posted by gtdanielgt

Heya Huck,

Mine was done at about 68K and I have 115K on there now.. It HAS been 6 years since it was done though. I am planning on doing the timing belt with a tune-up as well in a month or less. Would you suggest replacing the water pump at that time as well even if it's not bad?

Thanks a bunch
-Daniel

I would, as several people have had the water pump go out at around 120-130k, and if it goes while you're driving it, it can cause t-belt idler bearing failure, and end up costing more to repair later.

I'd recommend cam seals and crank seal and water pump if you're doing a t-belt and have over 100k on the motor.....the seals are only a few bucks...

Easier to do it all while it's apart than tearing it down twice...

[gsrsol84mm]

Thanks for the help. Any idea what's a reasonable cost to do the timing belt, water pump and seals ?
Wayne

[huck369]

Originally Posted by gsrsol84mm

Thanks for the help. Any idea what's a reasonable cost to do the timing belt, water pump and seals ?
Wayne

I usually charge about $125-150 (plus parts)....Subaru charges about $450