Timing Belt here i come
03-28-2011, 04:33 PM
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Grr, I had a response typed up but the browser backed out. Anyways, maybe I used the word easy a little too carelessly, but I will say that compared to some cars (300zx TT), the 944 timing belt is a cake walk. Easy TDC identification, easy accessory belt tensioners, and plenty of room for tools and hands. Not to mention it can all be done without even raising the car.
03-28-2011, 05:46 PM
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I found the first time took a few hours to figure it out, I don't use a tensioning tool, if you can just flip the belt 90 degrees it's good, after you do it once i find it to be very easy to do first time there is always a learning curve
03-28-2011, 06:57 PM
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Yea i just ordered the rollers, the two belts. I dont have no where near the money for the water pump replacement but so far (knock on wood) temperature has been perfect.
03-28-2011, 07:06 PM
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check on ebay for waterpumps thats were i found mine
$100
03-28-2011, 08:54 PM
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Once you have everything back together be sure to turn the engine over a few times by hand to make sure you haven't screwed up the timing enough to cause the pistons to hit the valves.
Good luck,
Barry
03-28-2011, 10:25 PM
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03-28-2011, 10:37 PM
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IMO, you do not need the flywheel lock.
That assumes that you are not going to remove the crankshaft pulley, and that you are going to fish the old timing belt out and the new timing belt in, between the engine and the pulley. It can be done, but it may take you some time (but way less than removing the starter and the crank pulley).
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That assumes that you are not going to remove the crankshaft pulley, and that you are going to fish the old timing belt out and the new timing belt in, between the engine and the pulley. It can be done, but it may take you some time (but way less than removing the starter and the crank pulley).
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03-29-2011, 02:36 AM
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Sounds like a good plan, I'll just work around the pulley. Is there any other special tool or tip thats recommended for doing this job?
