patman49

Hi can anyone tell me at what mileage belt needs changing , also is it an easy job ??

tweaks

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it's only easy if you know what your doing

Skooby53

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If you have a classic then I believe its at 45k then 90k etc. Also worth doing every 4 years irrespective of mileage as oil, grime and age all take there toll on the belt. Its not a massive job but if you have any doubts at all get it done by someone else. I paid £65 for a belt (Gates) and paid £110 to have it fitted (inc a new crank seal). Have the tensioners checked and change if needed.

andyswagon

depends what car it is, newage are 50,000. classics are 45,000 irrc

patman49

Thanks ive just bought a imprezza R sport 32 000 mls on the clock , do u know if belt snaps has it got clearance or do valve hit pistons ?

Skooby53

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If it snaps then its going to knacker the engine for sure. If you have just bought it and there is now definite proof its been done I would do it asap. Followed by a general service oil/filter etc. I know its expensive but nowhere near as expensive as a new engine.

patman49

I bought car as a cat D damage repairable and do not have service history . Ive changed oil but was going to leave belt as its only done 32 000 miles.

Skooby53

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Ok, personally I would change it. If you really don't want to do it then at least take the cover off and inspect the belt. Its no guarantee that it will not snap but any obvious problems may be visible.

The Rig

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YouTube - Changing a subaru impreza timingbelt cambelt

i got a quote from a main dealer for £200 to do the job,considering the belt is like £50 £150 for the "pros" to do it isnt too bad,i do most my mechanical work but this job is one where you cant practice as you cant get it wrong.