Is it worth getting Toyota parts (timing belt and water pump) when I get my timing belt changed or are aftermarket parts fine. Trying to keep the price down on the timing belt replacement with estimates around $400 for the belt and water pump.
Vehicle is an '89 Camry wagon, 4 cyl., 109,000 miles.
thanks.
pete
I'd pick Toyota for the water-pump and drive-belt plus any seals and pulleys needed. This way you will not have to worry about having to do it for another 100,000 miles. $400 for parts and labor sounds about right if using Toyota parts.
Jason
Hey Pete:
Is that your first timing belt on '89? I have a '91 V6 with just over 60,500 miles and want to put off a timing belt as long as practical.
Regards, de ~ Vince ~
Yep, I bought it used and I'm pretty sure it is the original belt. Haven't had any problems but want to get it changed so as to not push my luck.
pete
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Timing belts probably fail from old age also. 14 years seems like a long time for a timing belt. Does anyone have experience with long-term use of low-mileage belts?
John
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