Mitsubishi TB190M timing belt, BANDO drive belt, AISIN TKT-010
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to answer the OP, yes those parts are same as OEM. i know b/c i did my TB/WP job a few months ago with parts i got of ebay at a fraction of the cost from the dealer. i don't skimp on parts and after LOTS of research i decided to go with the ebay parts for the following reasons:
-mitsuboshi is exactly the same as OEM, the timing marks line up perfectly
-accessory belt is the same as well, mine was made by mitsuboshi though
-OEM water pump is made by Aisin, same as on the ebay package, reason people think there is a slight difference between the original and this one is b/c this one has it's own metal/rubber gasket, where as the OE one was put in place using gasket sealer (FIPG) by the factory. same part, casted very nicely, fits like a glove, and has a better gasket design (no need for FIPG)
-idlers/tensioner is NOT the same, but still made in japan
the rest of the parts i got from the dealer, such as the caps/rotors, tensioner, and coolant. i got my spark plugs from autozone which is the exact same as the dealer as well, NGK iridiums.
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my thread is here:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...n-ls400-2.html
-mitsuboshi is exactly the same as OEM, the timing marks line up perfectly
-accessory belt is the same as well, mine was made by mitsuboshi though
-OEM water pump is made by Aisin, same as on the ebay package, reason people think there is a slight difference between the original and this one is b/c this one has it's own metal/rubber gasket, where as the OE one was put in place using gasket sealer (FIPG) by the factory. same part, casted very nicely, fits like a glove, and has a better gasket design (no need for FIPG)
-idlers/tensioner is NOT the same, but still made in japan
the rest of the parts i got from the dealer, such as the caps/rotors, tensioner, and coolant. i got my spark plugs from autozone which is the exact same as the dealer as well, NGK iridiums.
![](https://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c194/timmy0toole/Kimberly/Tbelt001.jpg)
my thread is here:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...n-ls400-2.html
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You are completely incorrect. A trans filter will not blow the the tranny. Perhaps you had the old one and it way over due for a change. As far as other parts go, many aren't worth spit but most are if you buy them from a reputable place and not try to save money at Walmart or Sears.
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Is the Mitsubishi TB190M timing belt exactly the same as OEM timing belt # 13568-59045 ?
Is the BANDO drive belt # 6PK-2245 exactly the same as OEM drive belt # 90916-02586 ?
The reason I ask is because I see these items on eBay, the sellers say they are exactly the same as OEM. They are much cheaper than OEM. Can we trust these things?
Same with KOYO idlers, are they exactly the same as OEM?
Same with AISIN water pump, are they exactly the same as OEM?
If you search on eBay, or on the web, for "AISIN TKT-010" you will see these kits. Are they really the same as OEM?
Is the BANDO drive belt # 6PK-2245 exactly the same as OEM drive belt # 90916-02586 ?
The reason I ask is because I see these items on eBay, the sellers say they are exactly the same as OEM. They are much cheaper than OEM. Can we trust these things?
Same with KOYO idlers, are they exactly the same as OEM?
Same with AISIN water pump, are they exactly the same as OEM?
If you search on eBay, or on the web, for "AISIN TKT-010" you will see these kits. Are they really the same as OEM?
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I think many non OEM parts are just as good as OEM. However, I would be concerned about counterfeits from China and elsewhere. With parts as important as timing belts and related parts, including the water pump, I would prefer to stick with OEM parts bought from a dealer or other good source. The loss of a poor quality timing belt would cost far far more in repair costs than the 10-20% savings obtained from buying questionable parts, not to mention the dangers that can occur from an untimely breakdown in a bad place. As for Autozone, I have bought many replacement parts from them and have not had any problems and I like their life time warrenty on most items and the free use of specialty tools to do a job.
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buy from www.rockauto.com
Cheaper than eBay, and they only have Legit parts - no chance of them being fakes, i get all my stuff from there. Just got a kit last month for an RX TB, with misc. other stuffs
Cheaper than eBay, and they only have Legit parts - no chance of them being fakes, i get all my stuff from there. Just got a kit last month for an RX TB, with misc. other stuffs
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buy from www.rockauto.com
Cheaper than eBay, and they only have Legit parts - no chance of them being fakes, i get all my stuff from there. Just got a kit last month for an RX TB, with misc. other stuffs
Cheaper than eBay, and they only have Legit parts - no chance of them being fakes, i get all my stuff from there. Just got a kit last month for an RX TB, with misc. other stuffs
you still need to pay attn. to what you're buying.
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I just installed an AISIN TKT001 kit , complete with new water pump, Mitsuboshi belt, Koyo idler and tensioner pulleys and all gaskets, on my '99. The parts are identical to OEM. In fact the water pump even had the same casting markings as the original equipment, but neither pump had a manufacturer name on it. The old idler and tensioner used bearings marked Koyo. I got the kit from RockAuto for $159, and Beck-Arnley motor mounts for $66 ea. And, yes, they are the same identical hydraulic mounts as OEM. I am confident that these are of the highest quality, at less than half what the dealers charge, even with discount.
I searched around quite awhile to determine if these were OEM quality before I decided on these parts. Sure enough, they are. But, it does pay to be careful, especially with things that are so labor intensive, or critical.
Steve
I searched around quite awhile to determine if these were OEM quality before I decided on these parts. Sure enough, they are. But, it does pay to be careful, especially with things that are so labor intensive, or critical.
Steve
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Same with KOYO idlers, are they exactly the same as OEM?
Same with AISIN water pump, are they exactly the same as OEM?
The original idlers are Koyo on the LS400 - Koyo is the 2nd or 3rd largest bearing maker in Japan
As far as Aisin - the original water pump on ALL LS400's is an Aisin, as is the legendary transmission and many other parts of the car. - This particular Toyota partner probably builds the second highest number of parts on your Lexus after Nippon Denso
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The original timing belt on the LS400 is a Mitsuboshi (not to be confused with the huge company Mitsubishi) - Mitsuboshi is the largest maker of timing belts in Japan
The original idlers are Koyo on the LS400 - Koyo is the 2nd or 3rd largest bearing maker in Japan
As far as Aisin - the original water pump on ALL LS400's is an Aisin, as is the legendary transmission and many other parts of the car. - This particular Toyota partner probably builds the second highest number of parts on your Lexus after Nippon Denso
The original idlers are Koyo on the LS400 - Koyo is the 2nd or 3rd largest bearing maker in Japan
As far as Aisin - the original water pump on ALL LS400's is an Aisin, as is the legendary transmission and many other parts of the car. - This particular Toyota partner probably builds the second highest number of parts on your Lexus after Nippon Denso
Here is the timing belt company's English web site: http://www.mitsuboshi.com/
I recall seeing letterings on one of my drive belt where they printed both Mitsuboshi or Mitsubishi (and Toyota) on it. I'll go to my garage later to see if it's Mitsuboshi or Mitsubishi on that drive belt.
What about BANDO drive belts? What's BANDO's reputation when it comes to drive belts in Lexus or Toyota vehicles?
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Where they're made is irrelevant since all the worlds **** comes from China anyways. I feel more comfortable buying a Beck/Arnley pulley [made in China, but has a good brand association] vs. a cheap Napa special at the same or more cost.
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I recall seeing letterings on one of my drive belt where they printed both Mitsuboshi or Mitsubishi (and Toyota) on it. I'll go to my garage later to see if it's Mitsuboshi or Mitsubishi on that drive belt.
What about BANDO drive belts? What's BANDO's reputation when it comes to drive belts in Lexus or Toyota vehicles?
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