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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 01:13 AM
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im right at about 70k and i was wondering if it was about that time to get my belt replaced....if not now, when is a good time?
 
Old Mar 7, 2006 | 01:24 AM
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Yep deff a good time to do it, you dont want to push something like a t belt if it goes it will most likely take the rest of the motor with it so its better to be safe than sorry
 
Old Mar 7, 2006 | 01:26 AM
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yeah the cost of repair will be crazy...i want to do it soon!
 
Old Mar 7, 2006 | 01:45 AM
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whats the cost for getting the belt changed? roughly... i know the belt itself isn't expensive but the labor to put it on is ganna run me? my odo is at 95k so i have to call the last owner and see if it was changed and if not i guess i def need to do that
 
Old Mar 7, 2006 | 02:20 AM
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anywhere from $700 to $1000 to get it replaced, depending on where you go...


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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 05:39 AM
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do it now, u will see some guys just broke at 62xxx so imo now
 
Old Mar 7, 2006 | 09:07 AM
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3-500 for labor You also need to change all the associated parts including tensionwer, idler. Should do front engine seals and water pump at same time.
 
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