replacing timing belt next week
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replacing timing belt next week
Hi all,
I'm looking to replace timing belt next week. looking for OEM parts. would I need anything i addition to the below?
2000 GS300
I'm looking to replace timing belt next week. looking for OEM parts. would I need anything i addition to the below?
2000 GS300
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I bought kit inc pump from Amazon, then extra camshaft/crankshaft seals but I don't think I need them. I also bought thermostat/seals and drive belt, yet I only changed drive belt (although hte crack is normal), because I'm unable to took off the big bolt and timing belt is ok (98K miles) and I though it would last extra 20K at least.
If you are successful pls do me a favor on how to remove the bolt and which brand of tools you use. I see normal breaker bar is too flexible with cheater pipe.
you do need coolant and you might want to flush ATF as well. For radiator hoses they did becomes harder and had better to be replaced.
If you are successful pls do me a favor on how to remove the bolt and which brand of tools you use. I see normal breaker bar is too flexible with cheater pipe.
you do need coolant and you might want to flush ATF as well. For radiator hoses they did becomes harder and had better to be replaced.
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I bought kit inc pump from Amazon, then extra camshaft/crankshaft seals but I don't think I need them. I also bought thermostat/seals and drive belt, yet I only changed drive belt (although hte crack is normal), because I'm unable to took off the big bolt and timing belt is ok (98K miles) and I though it would last extra 20K at least.
If you are successful pls do me a favor on how to remove the bolt and which brand of tools you use. I see normal breaker bar is too flexible with cheater pipe.
you do need coolant and you might want to flush ATF as well. For radiator hoses they did becomes harder and had better to be replaced.
If you are successful pls do me a favor on how to remove the bolt and which brand of tools you use. I see normal breaker bar is too flexible with cheater pipe.
you do need coolant and you might want to flush ATF as well. For radiator hoses they did becomes harder and had better to be replaced.
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I did my timing belt on my 98 GS300 over Thanksgiving - one gasket did not come with the kit I had ordered - it is the coolant bypass gasket. My TB had visible hairline cracks.
98-05 GS300 Water bypass Pipe O-rings and Gasket NEW genuine Lexus OEM 2JZGE
Also remember you need threadlocker, and lots of degreaser, if you leaked oil before. And - most importantly, I had the accessory belt tensioner fail on me at some 193K...very unpleasant because I had to be towed. So, I would highly recommend to replace it.
98-05 GS300 Water bypass Pipe O-rings and Gasket NEW genuine Lexus OEM 2JZGE
Also remember you need threadlocker, and lots of degreaser, if you leaked oil before. And - most importantly, I had the accessory belt tensioner fail on me at some 193K...very unpleasant because I had to be towed. So, I would highly recommend to replace it.
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I agree with Mcon, I also bought my parts from ebay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lexus-IS300-GS300-Complete-Timing-Belt-Water-Pump-Kit-/180682670474?hash=item2a1186c18a
Yeah, also both OEM radiator hoses.
-Radiator if the grill looks worn with damaged fins.
-VVT-I pulley, mines started leaking a couple of weeks after doing the seals.
Yeah, also both OEM radiator hoses.
-Radiator if the grill looks worn with damaged fins.
-VVT-I pulley, mines started leaking a couple of weeks after doing the seals.
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I agree with Mcon, I also bought my parts from ebay. Lexus IS300 GS300 Complete Timing Belt Water Pump Kit | eBay
Yeah, also both OEM radiator hoses.
-Radiator if the grill looks worn with damaged fins.
-VVT-I pulley, mines started leaking a couple of weeks after doing the seals.
Yeah, also both OEM radiator hoses.
-Radiator if the grill looks worn with damaged fins.
-VVT-I pulley, mines started leaking a couple of weeks after doing the seals.
Thanks bro. Happy New Year to you and all CL members.
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Hi there,
I had this work done last year on my 2001 GS430, my mechanic did:
Timing Belt
Idler Roller
Tensioner Roller
Front Crankshaft Seal
2 Front Camshaft Seals
Water Pump (with metal gasket and o-rings)
Thermostatat with gasket
Hydraulic Tensioner
Serpentine Drive Belt
Hope that helps.
Joe
I had this work done last year on my 2001 GS430, my mechanic did:
Timing Belt
Idler Roller
Tensioner Roller
Front Crankshaft Seal
2 Front Camshaft Seals
Water Pump (with metal gasket and o-rings)
Thermostatat with gasket
Hydraulic Tensioner
Serpentine Drive Belt
Hope that helps.
Joe
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