After doing the starter motor not that long ago I realised that these cars are ridiculously easy to work on ( if you have the correct tool set )

It was a breeze and took around 4 hours of actual work. Doing it again I could shave off an hour!

At 100k the belt looked great, the bearing looked acceptable and the waterpump had a leak on the bottom right. Everything factory.







Some tips.

1. Threadlock when back together.
2. Use bulldog clips to hold down the timing belt when putting it on.
3. Keep the idler bearing loose on installing the timing belt, helps with room.
4. Don't be a **** and buy cheap parts.

 

Great job. I havn't been brave enough to attempt it.

 

I had my belt, bearings, thermostat, water pump changed. And plugs replaced. With orginal parts. Cost $1600. Not dealer. The dealer wanted. $1300. Went to a shop that was great at doing the service. Very pleased ! It drove to Indy on $60 one way from St. Louis. 3hours with 93 octane fuel

 

Had to look where you from. Seeing the firewall reversed was odd at first. Now I get it.

Nice job.

Randy B