Dahotstepper

Hi guys my 2.5 could do with a new cam belt.Was done 15000miles ago 2 1/2 years ago but the garage checked the belt the other day and said the belt is frayed only very slightly in a couple of places.So with peace of mind they advised me just to change the belt so what make of belts do you recomend and were to buy from ie group buys etc thanks shaun

daviee

If it is the same garage that done the belt, tell them to replace free of charge. The belt should last 4 years / 50,000 miles and look like new when its removed, it is changed as a precaution at 50,000 miles. It sounds as if they have skimped on pulleys or tenisioner and or ill fitted the belt gaurd too close to the belt.

I would not be impressed if it was me after 15,000 miles, also question why the removed the belt covers if its not even a third of the way through it life span.

Dahotstepper

Hi bud thanks for your reply.A few days ago my eml came on with code p0021 A camshaft position .So they were worried about the cam belt skipping a tooth or two so removed the cover to check and that was what they saw.The belt was fitted by a garage in wales before i brought the car 2 yrs ago so dont think ive got leg to stand on..........

daviee

Not so good, personally I would go for the subaru belt kit with tensioner etc , as above should be worry free if fitted correct for 50,000 miles/5 years. I think my cambelt service at 50,000 miles was about £600(subaru dealer).