replace timing belt 96 after break
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replace timing belt 96 after break
A friend of mine didn't replace his timing belt, which broke.
Since it is a non-interference engine, i'm pretty sure there is no engine damage (which we will check).
Assuming no engine damage, to replace the timing belt shouldn't we align the cams to TDC and the crank to point to the #2 idle pulley, then mount the belt.
It seems with this plan, the cams and the crank will be set properly and then putting the belt on is just the step to keep them in sync.
Good plan, bad plan?
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Since it is a non-interference engine, i'm pretty sure there is no engine damage (which we will check).
Assuming no engine damage, to replace the timing belt shouldn't we align the cams to TDC and the crank to point to the #2 idle pulley, then mount the belt.
It seems with this plan, the cams and the crank will be set properly and then putting the belt on is just the step to keep them in sync.
Good plan, bad plan?
TIA
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I'll remove the top and take a look at the damage.
Just out of curiousity, when (and if) we get this motor back together or replace it, would setting the timing be as I originally asked?
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This is one of the first times I've heard of one actually breaking. Many times I'll hear of someone replacing theirs after 100-120k and it still looking new. because of this I wondered if it ever would actually break, but I guess this is proof that you can't let it go past 100. One time when searching for the car I have now, I looked at one 98 LS400 with 150k miles on it, and when I asked about the timing belt, they had no idea what I was talking about. I wonder how many people have no idea about this and completely ignore it. Considering the rest of the car is so reliable, I figure that a majority of the very few retired LS400's are due to a problem such as this.
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wahahahhaha, i know. but seriously, double check everything before you have your friend put anything back on. jst to be sure the motor is still good.
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What is the recommended mileage or time in years for the replacement of the LS400 timing belts? I assume climate plays a part as well. Thanks all.