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Typically these get changed at about 100k or 10 years don't they? I think mine may still be the original belt with 62k on it (1996). How hard are they to change on these motors?
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Not hard to change. Typically people do the cam seals, water pump, tensioners (if needed), and front crank seal when doing TB. I dont change them under 100k.
Info here: http://www.miata.net/garage/timingbelt.htmlLast edited by metalman; 01-13-2009, 07:33 PM.sigpic -
How about when the m.net'ers say that rubber still ages without use? I would have thought it may age but a hell of a lot slower.Comment
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When I took mine off when the engine went, it looked just like the brand new one I bought to replace it. That was at ~90k miles.In The Garage:
1995 Flared Turbo R Package - Thor // 1999 Brilliant Black Turbo - Harbinger // 2015 Infiniti Q40
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Eric's Garage ... You buy all the parts I tell you to and you will have a killer car... If you want other parts used your car will suck and it will cost you more...Comment
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Cool, not gonna do it for a while then!Comment
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It is possible for a belt to 'rot' from lack of use, especially in some climates. But on a locally driven Miata I dont worry about it. The only one I had break from lack of use had 150k miles on it.Originally posted by MX5ATLanta.com View PostsigpicComment
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I Know im new and all but Ive changed mine four time and I can do the whole deal in about 3.5 hrsIf you need help just say Please.I make Stuff....shiny,Metal Stuff.Comment
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