DC-MD-VA T-Belt Avgs
#1
Instructor
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DC-MD-VA T-Belt Avgs
Sorry if this thread/question has been beaten to death but I think its time, for my own sanity, to replace the T-Belt. I am getting quotes, of course, all over the board. I went thru Toyota dealers thinking they would be better..they were ALOT more. I know this will not be cheap and dont expect it to be I am just wondering if some of the members from Metro DC area have some ranges and suggestions where i can get a solid work at a good price.
I am hearing:
1. (dealer) Belt and labor ONLY (price 625-650)...EXTRA to do labor for tensioners, seals etc think thats BS since they have everything off already (final price - gulp "they will fill it in later") They said...you dont need to replace anything BUT the T-Belt UNLESS its bad - i thought that the new T-Belt would/could cause stress on older parts and its suggested to replace everything, is that correct?
2. (Dealer) change it all out (price - $795 for labor including labor to do water pump and all other "part labor" but parts NOT included except T-Belt). (BTW this dealer is in PA)
3. Found "OEM" parts online (T-Belt, drive belt, tensioner, pulleys, seals) with Ebay including water pump for $299. Good deal?
FOR Metro DC MEMBERS ONLY - So I am looking at about a $1,000 parts and labor to get this done? Is that accurate/fair amount?
Thanks in advance!
I am hearing:
1. (dealer) Belt and labor ONLY (price 625-650)...EXTRA to do labor for tensioners, seals etc think thats BS since they have everything off already (final price - gulp "they will fill it in later") They said...you dont need to replace anything BUT the T-Belt UNLESS its bad - i thought that the new T-Belt would/could cause stress on older parts and its suggested to replace everything, is that correct?
2. (Dealer) change it all out (price - $795 for labor including labor to do water pump and all other "part labor" but parts NOT included except T-Belt). (BTW this dealer is in PA)
3. Found "OEM" parts online (T-Belt, drive belt, tensioner, pulleys, seals) with Ebay including water pump for $299. Good deal?
FOR Metro DC MEMBERS ONLY - So I am looking at about a $1,000 parts and labor to get this done? Is that accurate/fair amount?
Thanks in advance!
#2
Lexus Champion
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that is insanity.
you forgot to mention the car you were changing the belt on.
you should never pay more than like 600 or so total on a rwd car.
i would also not go to a dealer for that. just any good shop.
buying the belt yourself from a parts store is often a good idea.
but buying one from ebay is kind of sketch, its an important belt!
all you need to change is the belt/pump usually.
tensioners don't go out unless your old belt is actually bad
(and you would definately know if its bad)
you forgot to mention the car you were changing the belt on.
you should never pay more than like 600 or so total on a rwd car.
i would also not go to a dealer for that. just any good shop.
buying the belt yourself from a parts store is often a good idea.
but buying one from ebay is kind of sketch, its an important belt!
all you need to change is the belt/pump usually.
tensioners don't go out unless your old belt is actually bad
(and you would definately know if its bad)
#3
Instructor
Thread Starter
Thanks for the reply man.
So its NOT true bout the new belt potentially causing tension on old parts and damaging them? If thats true then I found a shop willing to do it for $500. So your recommendation is ONLY do the T-Belt and waterpump or even see if pump is bad before I make that decision? I was told the following parts should be replaced "while they are in there"
1. idler bearings
2. tensioner bearing
3. crank seal
4. cam seal (2)
5. waterpump
So the above should be done as needed?
Thanks man.
So its NOT true bout the new belt potentially causing tension on old parts and damaging them? If thats true then I found a shop willing to do it for $500. So your recommendation is ONLY do the T-Belt and waterpump or even see if pump is bad before I make that decision? I was told the following parts should be replaced "while they are in there"
1. idler bearings
2. tensioner bearing
3. crank seal
4. cam seal (2)
5. waterpump
So the above should be done as needed?
Thanks man.
#4
Lead Lap
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Search bro Search .... if you searched the NELOC forum for "timing belt" you would have found this other recent thread ....
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=331963
Then you woulda found this place http://www.americanautotech.com/
I'll PM you what I paid.
DaveC
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=331963
Then you woulda found this place http://www.americanautotech.com/
I'll PM you what I paid.
DaveC
#5
Instructor
Thread Starter
Thanks for the reply. I did search and found them as well as another one in Rockville, LXT Automotive, but I had 2 other questions which were more important, they were:
1. should replace everything (seals, bearings, pump, etc) or just T-Belt
2. whats a reasonable price/range for all this work
I will call them as well as guys in Rockville but I was told that changing the belt and not changing the other pieces is crazy while ur there and the new belt could exert some pressures on the old parts causing premature failure. That was the MAIN question I wanted answered. Will it cause premature failure if I left the old parts?
1. should replace everything (seals, bearings, pump, etc) or just T-Belt
2. whats a reasonable price/range for all this work
I will call them as well as guys in Rockville but I was told that changing the belt and not changing the other pieces is crazy while ur there and the new belt could exert some pressures on the old parts causing premature failure. That was the MAIN question I wanted answered. Will it cause premature failure if I left the old parts?
#6
Instructor
Thread Starter
Wow
Due to location and loaner car situation I will try the American Auto Tech. I called them and the quote was pretty good, I am impressed. Once I have the parts I will give them a try. Thanks for the headsup.
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#10
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I Will Price Match Work For Most Jobs But I Need A Copy Of The Est.
Also It Must Be Oem Parts(new)and Not Ebay Parts. (you All Know That You Get What You Pay For) Pm Me For More Info!
Also It Must Be Oem Parts(new)and Not Ebay Parts. (you All Know That You Get What You Pay For) Pm Me For More Info!
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