Need Advice for Timing Belt Replacement

evolution mr · Mar 1, 2009, 02:37 PM

I would like to plan on doing a timing belt replacement and advice.
Is there anything else that I should replace when doing the timing belt?

MD352473 Balance Belt Tensioner/Pulley
MR984375 Timing Belt Hydraulic Tensioner
MD369999 Timing Belt Idler Pulley
MD998738 Mitsubishi Timing Tool

I am purchasing the belts from a vendor:
Power Enterprise Super Strong II Balance Belt $48.00
Power Enterprise Super Strong II Timing Belt $158.00
Power Enterprise Super V Accessory Belt $98.00

In addition I plan on replacing the PCV valve
MD152772 PCV valve
MN158072 PCV valve hose

Thanks

evolution mr · Mar 1, 2009, 02:42 PM

I presently have 55K+ mileage

EvolNinja · Mar 1, 2009, 02:42 PM

I haven't done mine yet but I would def recommend you doing the water pump too bro. How many miles do you have on your Evo now?

EvolNinja · Mar 1, 2009, 02:43 PM

My bad... I think we must have post it at the same time about the mileage thing

takeshi999 · Mar 1, 2009, 02:44 PM

definately do the water pump too...

evolution mr · Mar 1, 2009, 02:45 PM

Replacing the water pump at 55K+. Is it because since your replacing most of the parts in the area you should do the water pump anyways?

EvolNinja · Mar 1, 2009, 02:55 PM

Yes because if you don't, it's going to cost you time later on and you're going to feel like kicking your self on the rear end not to do it

tomcox58 · Mar 22, 2009, 06:10 PM

Is the timing belt changed on age or milage? I know our schedule says 5 years or 60 K, but can we go longer safely. Are our engines interference or non-interference engines? Not to change the topic.

Thanks

Tom

Malik_EvoIX · Mar 22, 2009, 06:14 PM

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Smike · Mar 22, 2009, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomcox58

Is the timing belt changed on age or milage? I know our schedule says 5 years or 60 K, but can we go longer safely. Are our engines interference or non-interference engines? Not to change the topic.

Thanks

Tom

Well if you hit 60k before 5 year - then change it.

I would NOT push past 60k - I have seen them skip and break in other cars.

We have interference motors - they go - so do your pistons, valves, wallet.

tomcox58 · Mar 22, 2009, 06:38 PM

Smike,

Thanks for the quick reply.

Tom

Smike · Mar 22, 2009, 06:44 PM

Welcome.

rolly1818 · Mar 22, 2009, 08:16 PM

switch it, and change the water pump to.

u can go OEM or aftermarket on the water pump and belts.

there is a good write up on Evom if your into the DIY thing

3zero7 · Mar 27, 2009, 09:01 AM

anyone used the PCI timing belt kit sold in Ebay?Is it any good? Its much cheaper than oem. below is a write up in their ebay store.

"This kit is assembled by Preferred Components, using components that meet or exceed OEM specifications. PCI specializes in supplying OHC timing sets & components for the "professional installer". PCI is an importer and supplier of high quality timing system products manufactured by both OEM and aftermarket manufacturers that have OEM business and understand quality standards"

rolly1818 · Mar 27, 2009, 11:52 AM

Quote:

anyone used the PCI timing belt kit sold in Ebay?Is it any good? Its much cheaper than oem. below is a write up in their ebay store.

"This kit is assembled by Preferred Components, using components that meet or exceed OEM specifications. PCI specializes in supplying OHC timing sets & components for the "professional installer". PCI is an importer and supplier of high quality timing system products manufactured by both OEM and aftermarket manufacturers that have OEM business and understand quality standards"

personally i wouldn't a timing belt is one of the most important parts of the Evo.

this is not the parts you go cheap on.

its up to you though you money and ur car. i went OEM tensioners and water pump with greddy belts.