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Timing belt/ water pump Q

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Old 08-07-09, 01:25 PM
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Default Timing belt/ water pump Q

I now have 95K on my '03 GS300 and wanted suggestions on best sources for timing belt/water pump and tensioner(if needed) parts?

Also, what's a reasonable labor estimate for this procedure as I use several independents? THanks.
Old 08-07-09, 01:34 PM
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My independent mechanic did timing belt, water pump, tensioner, serpentine belt, serpentine belt tensioner, and pulleys/bearings for around $900 out the door.

This is, of course, parts and labor.

Free loaner car, excellent service.

The straight-up rip-off dealers around here wanted $2000 for everything my guy did. What a joke.
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What is the quality of water pumps on Ebay? Have seen a brand...GNB...for around $75. Are they any good or am I taking a big risk it'll break down sooner?
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get oem, timing belt is not that expensive.
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