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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 05:33 AM
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I had the job done for 650 without tensioners and bearings I believe. The Lexus dealer and Yota dealer told me 8 of 10 they do this way. What would the symptoms be if the tensioner and bearings showed symptoms later on? Mine went without a hitch from 100 to 197 miles when I sold it.

Just noticed some upper end rattle at start up on real hot days for a slit second I was thinking this was not related. My newer LS will need the service in the future it has 74k now.

Lexus dealer said only belt he ever saw snap was a belt job at another shop done incorrectly.

How much extra labor is involved in the tensioner and bearings?
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Zodiac
While shopping for the LS, I came across a one owner 2004 LS with 70K miles that advertised timing belt and water pump replacement done. I inquiry with the owner why replaced the timing belt and water pump so early and he said the water pump was leaking. It maybe more common that you think.
That must be the case. I should probably take a look at mine just in case.
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 08:21 PM
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I picked up a timing belt kit # TKT-011 from TOYOLEX on eBay $303.00
Water pump & gasket
Timing belt & tensioner
Idler #1 & Idler #2
Camshaft seals (didn't need them)
Thermostat
Belt tensioner & drive belt

I dropped the car off yesterday (thursday) afternoon. They called today (friday) at 3pm, "cars's ready"

They performed the timing belt service, installed a new radiator, spark plugs (which I provided), replaced power steering fluid & brake fluid.
Installed new rear rotors/pads & parking brake shoes. Balanced & aligned wheels.

$1580.12

I was gonna attempt the TB service myself. In hindsight, I'm happy I had the shop do the work. Cars back on the road and making money.

Their rate for the TB service alone, was $430.00
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