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3.4 Timing Belt Kit

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by candrews86, May 4, 2023.

  1. May 4, 2023 at 11:15 AM
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    candrews86

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    Hey guys,
    I bought a kit from aircabinman on eBay and was wandering if there was anything else I should do while the shop is in there. There is some squeaking when I turn on my A/C and after inspecting the belt, it is split. Should I replace the pulley tensioner as well?
    Thanks

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  2. May 4, 2023 at 12:03 PM
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    Red_03Taco

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    If you mean the idler pulley that tensions the AC belt I'd say don't bother. It's literally a 5 min job when it goes out, and is just as accessible then as it will be when the truck is torn down for the timing belt job. So if the current one is fine (and isn't the source of your squeaking belt) then leave it be. Could still get plenty more life out of it
     
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  3. May 4, 2023 at 2:26 PM
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    Some people recommended to replace the crank pulley bolt too. It does not come with the aircabinman kit.
     
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  4. May 4, 2023 at 9:35 PM
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    Kiloyard

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    The Aircabinman kit is pretty much assembled with the "while you're in there" mindset.

    Makes sense to replace the coolant if it's old since the radiator has to be drained anyway.
     
  5. May 4, 2023 at 10:39 PM
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    I was going to say cam seals but see they're included in your kit. I'd say you're good to go.
     
  6. May 4, 2023 at 10:49 PM
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    Superdave1.0

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    If you want to really rule out any squeaking and make the job even more thorough, replace fan bracket. They do go out.

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