When does the timing belt need changing ?

gsrsol84mm · #1 09-25-2006, 10:06 PM

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 · #2 09-26-2006, 05:20 AM

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 · #3 09-26-2006, 08:02 AM

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 · #4 09-26-2006, 08:21 AM

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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 · #5 09-26-2006, 01:04 PM

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

huck369 · #6 09-26-2006, 01:12 PM

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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

gsrsol84mm · #7 09-27-2006, 06:51 PM

Huch,
Do you have the part numbers for the cam seals and crank seal. Would you get all the parts at subaruparts.com or where would you suggest. Thanks again, Wayne

huck369 · #8 09-27-2006, 08:28 PM

The part number I have for the cam seals is 806732150...don't know if that's a subaru number, as I got them from a local parts place...

I can't find the number for th ecrank seal off hand..

As for cam and crank seal, and timing belt, I'm happy with my local parts place, water pump...OEM is great, but a well done rebuilt one should be fine also.....at least to me.

lhopp77 · #9 09-28-2006, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by huck369

The part number I have for the cam seals is 806732150...don't know if that's a subaru number, as I got them from a local parts place...

That is the correct Subaru number for the cam seals. They are the same as for the Legacy.

Lee

gsrsol84mm · #10 09-28-2006, 09:11 PM

Ordered the parts from Subaruparts.com. Spoke to Trish, very friendly and helpful. Waterpump $95.97, Gasket $2.01, Timing Belt $76.16, 2 cam seals at $6.11, crank seal at $5.64, all OEM new parts. I also decided to replace the Alt belt $13.68 and power steering / AC belt $22.82. Found a mechanic here who will do the whole job for $200.00
The car made it on 112K with the oem water pump which still works. I will stick to OEM. NAPA wanted $136.90 for the water pump. I also ordered the oem top and bottom radiator hose to do at the same time. This should nip some potential problems in the bud.
The tranny is a newly rebuilt Cottman ( Previous Owner), so I will install a B&M cooler and frame mounted filter as well. Try and make the tranny last.
Starting to really like this SVX
Wayne

huck369 · #11 09-29-2006, 05:07 AM

Sounds like you're off to a good start on your preventitive maintenence

gsrsol84mm · #12 10-11-2006, 06:08 AM

Well the mechanic finished the job yesterday. He was cursing a little bit as he said he wouldn't do the job again for that price. I did cringe a bit when he said the water pump he took off looked new, ouch !!! I knew the timing belt had 30K on it as I had the receipt from the previous owner. She was not sure about the water pump and I could not find it on the work receipts she gave me. Looks like the crank and cam seals were replaced as well. Oh well ! at least I know everything is changed with new OEM parts. Put in the Stage 2 ver 6. ACUtune and it's like a new car. Could not believe the difference. Seems to pull 25% more and no hesitation. Next is new OEM shocks and Dayle's lowering springs , tranny cooler and filter and I'm done.

hexadec0079 · #13 10-26-2006, 11:11 AM

where about in NC are you, i need a cheap mechanic and i think i might want to replace the water pump/ timing belt soon

n00b on demand · #14 10-26-2006, 12:53 PM

My water pump went out at 121k and it was the original. Do the oil seals...timing belt and water pump and you will not have to worry about anything for a longggggg time.

svxboy · #15 01-12-2007, 01:05 AM

Well, my SVX has 194k and I have owned it since 33k and it still has the original timing belt and water pump which operate fine. I just wish I could say the same for the front seal, cam seals, and valve cover gaskets. They are leaking like crazy! I popped open the timing belt cover and the belt still looks good too, unbelievable! I have all the parts, just gotta find the time to tear into it.

Greg