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Original timing belt/water pump at 185k with pics

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by E30325, Mar 15, 2019.

  1. Mar 15, 2019 at 5:33 PM
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    E30325

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    Haha and that attention to detail is why your truck is at almost 600k
     
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  2. Mar 15, 2019 at 5:34 PM
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    Yeah I was super intimidated by it but so far is stupid easy. I’ve said that before though
     
  3. Mar 15, 2019 at 5:37 PM
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    I have/used the factory service manual, but the timmah! video has all the information you need (torque specs etc). Hardest part for me was getting the rear bolt on the timing belt tensioner.
     
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  4. Mar 15, 2019 at 5:38 PM
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    I watched a shorter video on it, if I ran into trouble I was gonna watch his though
     
  5. Mar 15, 2019 at 5:57 PM
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    This makes me feel better about mine! No idea when it was last changed, but doesn't show any signs of cracking at 195k so it can't be original...
     
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  6. Mar 25, 2019 at 10:47 AM
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    Got the job all done and truck running. Overall it was much easier then I thought it would be, also I realized that at some point this has been done before to my truck, I thought it was original, previous owner had never done it and had owned the truck since around 45k, kinda strange that it was done that early in the trucks life, but the water pump that was in it was marked 6/02. It runs a bit better now too since it’s actually perfectly timed.
     
  7. Mar 25, 2019 at 4:49 PM
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    600k?! That's insane!
     
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  8. Jul 13, 2019 at 4:39 PM
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    I had an AC compressor put on by a professional mechanic and when I handed him a new Serpbelt, he said the one on there looks fine.

    2005 SR5
    It hasn't a single crack - engine has 150,000 miles.
     
  9. Jul 13, 2019 at 5:32 PM
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    Um, there is more to serpentine belt wear than cracks. Stretch and breakdown cannot always be seen with the naked eye. The belts should be replaced at regular intervals regardless of visual wear. At the end of the day, a new belt for $10-$30 is cheap insurance. Why not just replace it?
     
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  10. Jul 13, 2019 at 6:07 PM
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    This thread is in regards to timing belts on the 1st gen 3.4 V6. Which is thankfully the only taco with a timing belt instead of a chain.

    A timing belt is way different than a serpentine belt. Your 2005 uses a serpentine belt to power the accsesories, and a timing chain in place of a timing belt. Our first gen V6's use 3 separate V belts for the accsesories, and a timing belt in place of a chain.

    Also, you need to look at the ridges and groves of a serpentine belt to determine wear properly. Usually the ridges will start to crack way before the belt starts to crack all the way through.
     
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  11. Jul 14, 2019 at 7:48 AM
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    Because the top mechanic with full time job who was replacing a wheel bearing said it didn't need to be replaced. That was a year ago. No codes ever in my 2005 V6 4runner.
    BTW. Looked at the belt today and it looks like new - no cracks like in the one above.

    Much prefer original Japanese belt that came with my 14 year old 4runner.
    Mileage is 150,000. All short trips in the Bahamas.

    Water pump is pumping fine. Never an overheat. I have a spare Denso WP new for backup with metal gasket when she goes. This part is under $100. Replacing the thermostat assembly at the same time - if it ever fails!

    I have a new backup serpentine belt for this 4 runner.

    Car is garaged.

    I carry a new spare Bando 7PK2120 OEM Quality Serpentine Belt which fits my car.

    Over 899 5 star reviews at Amazon.com
     
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  12. Jul 14, 2019 at 10:14 AM
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    When I bought a replacement engine with 70,000 from a 1998 4Runner, the timing belt looked great. It was soft and pliable almost like a new belt. The engine had good seals so why bother with replacement. Ultimately, I decided that regardless of condition I was going to replace the 21yo parts.

    Once I got into the job and removed the old water pump, I discovered the original water pump was on the edge of problems. The original pump used RTV sealant instead of the new style OEM gasket with a rubber seal. Somewhere during the past 21 years, an improvement was made to the water pump seal. I could see the old RTV seal was just starting to weep. I know that on my other cars, water pump replacement is recommended at 100,000-mile intervals for a good reason. Since I wanted to set up the Tacoma for a good 15+ years of trouble-free operation, I felt good about replacing the 21-yo timing belt and water pump and lucky that I caught the issue before it became a larger problem.

    Sometimes its "what you can't see" that will come back to bring trouble in the end.

    I could tell my Taco's previous owner neglected the timing belt and cooling system for 19 years until it started running hot. That neglect resulted in the engine needing serious repair at 223,000 miles and that didn't fix another internal problem that caused me to replace the engine.

    All I can say is there are more components to be replaced than just the timing belt as part of a 100,000+ mile service. The OEM replacement kits provide all the right things that you need to prepare your engine for another good 100,000 miles.
     
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  13. Jul 14, 2019 at 10:26 AM
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    So you have a new belt to replace the one that's 11 years old with 150k miles on it? What's the plan then, wait for the current one to break? Again, why not just replace it and go another 150k miles. $16 has got to be some of the cheapest insurance out there.
     
  14. Jul 14, 2019 at 1:34 PM
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    Where would you get the AC idler bearing from? I can't seem to find it on rockauto.

    I am about to order the fan bearing bracket, fan clutch, and power steering pully. Timing kit will be here Friday. Looking forward to getting this repair done :thumbsup:
     
  15. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:01 PM
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    My AC is aftermarket, but I actually can press out the old bearing from the steel pulley and press in a new
    bearing for 10.00
     
  16. Jul 14, 2019 at 3:40 PM
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    I guess my Turd still good. 143k miles and belt still smooth and shiny. May be it can wait until Falls (not sure 2019 or 2020 ;) )
     
  17. Jul 14, 2019 at 5:09 PM
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    You can get a new AC Compressor -Denso 471-1413 New Compressor with Clutch - for $191 at Amazon. That's what I had my mechanic install last year, and it cools great.

    Saw the same compressor and clutch on a different website for over $692.58. Site said this was a liquidation sale! ebay has the compressor clutch for $290.

    Seems the price for this AC compressor varies quite a bit!

    Rebuilding a AC compressor with parts is "nuts" - JMO.
    Nevertheless, good luck to you.

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    Coolent refurbished myself by adding a fresh gallon of 150,000 mile Zerex Asian Formula every six months.

    Denso is owned by Toyota.
     
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  18. Jul 14, 2019 at 5:15 PM
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    He isn't looking for the compressor. He just needs the idler/bearing, which can be had for $15-$30.
     
  19. Jul 14, 2019 at 5:20 PM
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