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Replacing timing belt and water pump

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#1 ·
Was wondering how long it should take to get your water pump and timing belt replaced? I got an estimate of about $1200 bucks does that sound right??
 
#7 ·
Chances are if it went while you were driving you probably busted more than your timing belt, namely in the head.

Also, I pretty much doubt that you can do a compression test with the belt broken because the valves have no way of opening/closing. Someone correct me if i'm wrong.
 
#13 ·
I hope you take some KY with you if you actually pay that much :laugh:
 
#16 ·
93 prelude Vtec

I just got my prelude and there is a huge oil leak from the from of the engine, the timing belt is about to snap, the balance belt is missing. I got an estimate to fix all of that plus adjusting the valves, strap down the exhaust (its falling off), and replace the water pump and coolant. They would also replace the entire timing belt assembly. Is $1100 a good estimate.

Thanks
 
#17 ·
I just got my prelude and there is a huge oil leak from the from of the engine, the timing belt is about to snap, the balance belt is missing. I got an estimate to fix all of that plus adjusting the valves, strap down the exhaust (its falling off), and replace the water pump and coolant. They would also replace the entire timing belt assembly. Is $1100 a good estimate.

Thanks
You mean the side of the engine? Is your head gasket leaking? For $1100 that wouldn't be too bad. Sucks that just the gasket itself is cheap but your mostly paying for the labour :mad:
 
#19 ·
^yeah man, are you just in need of a T-belt and the rest of that stuff, or is there something wrong with your car too?

Hey all, I have always wnated to know.....What is a balance shaft? What is the belt for? And the most confusing part is, I've heard people say, "I deleted my balance shaft", What does it do, and why is it there if you can take it out? Are there any consequences?

Thank a lot all.
 
#20 ·
I got quoted around $800 for just the timing belt and water pump at my local honda dealership. I called a local reputable import shop and got quoted around $500 for timing belt, water pump, h22 auto to manual tensioner conversion, valve cover gasket, coolant oil change, and all seals that need to be replaced. Try to find a local reputable import shop in your area to save money.
 
#22 ·
If you're thinking of trying this the thing to look for first is a Helm manual. That will explain the whole job with pictures included. Also the torque figures you'll need putting it back together.

If you do a search on this site you will find many discussions of getting the pulley bolt out of the end of the crank. You need a holding tool for the pulley and the bolt is torqued to 181 ft lbs and can be very difficult to get out. Can't do this job without removing it.

Also, to the person who mentioned breaking the belt while driving. It is definitely possible to bend valves when a belt breaks at low speed. Personal experience. #4 exhaust and #1 intakes. And you can do a leak down test with the belt broken. Thats how you identify bent valves.
 
#25 · (Edited)
Yup. Had just done my timing and balancer belts, ALL front seals, tensioner, water pump...and one of my tensioner bolts sheared off, getting caught up in the timing belt and shredded it. Was doing about 80 on I-10 running about 4k RPM. Bent half the valves in the motor. Not a good day....1.6K to fix. Just bad luck.

If the car isn't starting...double check your settings on the cam and crank to ensure everyting is lined up? Friend always had me rotate the engine by hand to ensure that no metal bangs together after putting everything back.
 
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