Timing Belt Kit IS300 (Australia)
08-15-18, 01:54 PM
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Timing Belt Kit IS300 (Australia)
Hi there, I was advised from a qualified Toyota mechanic to replace my timing belt after identifying an oil leak around the timing belt itself.
He mentioned it was potentially dangerous to be driving the car while in this condition and told me to get it fixed as soon as possible.
I'm located in Melbourne Australia and for the past hour I've been doing a bit of research on some kits available, eBay has a few options that vary in price and google shows some other odd autoparts websites which look to be a lot more expensive and a lot less informative than I hope for.
I personally do NOT have any experience in buying auto parts such as these so I wouldn't have a clue where to begin and what to look for in terms of quality and affordability.
I also would like to mention I'm not looking to break the bank with top of the line parts, unless it was a really good deal.
But again, I don't know where to start.
So I ask of whoever is reading and willing to help, please teach me *how* to shop for these parts.
For example, in the following eBay link which contains some kits, which would be advisable and please explain why. https://www.ebay.com.au/b/Timing-Com...ND_TRUCK&rt=nc
I understand learning this will be an invaluable lesson for future servicing of cars.
Appreciate any help
He mentioned it was potentially dangerous to be driving the car while in this condition and told me to get it fixed as soon as possible.
I'm located in Melbourne Australia and for the past hour I've been doing a bit of research on some kits available, eBay has a few options that vary in price and google shows some other odd autoparts websites which look to be a lot more expensive and a lot less informative than I hope for.
I personally do NOT have any experience in buying auto parts such as these so I wouldn't have a clue where to begin and what to look for in terms of quality and affordability.
I also would like to mention I'm not looking to break the bank with top of the line parts, unless it was a really good deal.
But again, I don't know where to start.
So I ask of whoever is reading and willing to help, please teach me *how* to shop for these parts.
For example, in the following eBay link which contains some kits, which would be advisable and please explain why. https://www.ebay.com.au/b/Timing-Com...ND_TRUCK&rt=nc
I understand learning this will be an invaluable lesson for future servicing of cars.
Appreciate any help
08-21-18, 01:48 PM
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/18068267047...E:L:OC:US:3160
this is the kit i purchased a few years ago - when searching for a timing belt kit - you want to make sure it includes parts from manufacturers that would of provided the parts for lexus/toyota.
for example the water pump should be manufactured by Aisin. same thing for the tensioner being made by Koyo/NSK
you will likely need to replace the camshaft seals too - i assume that is where the oil leak is coming from..
i did a quick look thought ebay.au - and couldn't find anything that stood out as something id personally be ok in buying..
your other option is piece together what you need from a local Lexus/Toyota dealer - or ordering the individual parts online
https://www.my.is/forums/f221/diy-ti...r-pump-348511/
this is the kit i purchased a few years ago - when searching for a timing belt kit - you want to make sure it includes parts from manufacturers that would of provided the parts for lexus/toyota.
for example the water pump should be manufactured by Aisin. same thing for the tensioner being made by Koyo/NSK
you will likely need to replace the camshaft seals too - i assume that is where the oil leak is coming from..
i did a quick look thought ebay.au - and couldn't find anything that stood out as something id personally be ok in buying..
your other option is piece together what you need from a local Lexus/Toyota dealer - or ordering the individual parts online
https://www.my.is/forums/f221/diy-ti...r-pump-348511/
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