Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 Bought a 2nd hand car planning for short term usage. Asked my regular workshop to open up to check the condition of Timing belt. He did it and say Timing belt looks ok as the numbering printing is still intact and clearly shown and edge of timing belt show no sign of wear and tear. Was worrying as i will be driving to genting with family next month. Technician also ask me crank slowly and all look fine. Does that sounded good enough to last for trips to genting and run for another 1 year? Thanks for your value view. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 what is the mileage of the car? and any previous servicing record? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 what is the mileage of the car? and any previous servicing record? mileage 125K. Changed once by 1st owner as per claimed. general servicing done 5 mths back by pte workshop. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optramagnum 6th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 When I bought my 2nd hand car at mileage of 65k km, I immediately did a major servicing, and changed the timing belt w/o much considering. Ultimately, it's all about luck. I changed is mainly because for the sake of insuring myself. In a addition, what is unknown to you is whether the previous owner had changed at what mileage and also how long has this car has been left idle in the showroom. Normally, if someone who intend to sell his car, will not maintain it as diligently as before. That's the risk of getting a 2nd car and timing belt is a thing which you won't wanna gamble. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 mileage 125K. Changed once by 1st owner as per claimed. general servicing done 5 mths back by pte workshop. if your mechanic can tell from the condition of the belt if it was replace not long ago, some people do stretch their timing belt to 120K though most would change around 100K which i think the owner had done, so no need to worry. I was more kiasu changed at 80K Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 if your mechanic can tell from the condition of the belt if it was replace not long ago, some people do stretch their timing belt to 120K though most would change around 100K which i think the owner had done, so no need to worry. I was more kiasu changed at 80K my old ride i change at 60K.... more KS..... but possible for timing belt to run 120+K km and remain in good condition? When I bought my 2nd hand car at mileage of 65k km, I immediately did a major servicing, and changed the timing belt w/o much considering. Ultimately, it's all about luck. I changed is mainly because for the sake of insuring myself. In a addition, what is unknown to you is whether the previous owner had changed at what mileage and also how long has this car has been left idle in the showroom. Normally, if someone who intend to sell his car, will not maintain it as diligently as before. That's the risk of getting a 2nd car and timing belt is a thing which you won't wanna gamble. 65K is the boarder line...that is the time most ppl will plan to change the T-belt... you made the rite choice. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeobh 4th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 Bought a 2nd hand car planning for short term usage. Asked my regular workshop to open up to check the condition of Timing belt. He did it and say Timing belt looks ok as the numbering printing is still intact and clearly shown and edge of timing belt show no sign of wear and tear. Was worrying as i will be driving to genting with family next month. Technician also ask me crank slowly and all look fine. Does that sounded good enough to last for trips to genting and run for another 1 year? Thanks for your value view. Do you have to pay for the service that may require 2 man working for few hours and not to mention the use of lifting floor crane and use of shop space. Do you have to pay for the service that may require 2 man working for few hours and not to mention the use of lifting floor crane and use of shop floor space. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 Do you have to pay for the service that may require 2 man working for few hours and not to mention the use of lifting floor crane and use of shop space. the check is simple for mine..depending what ride you have... mine is just two screw thing...open up the side cover and view it whereby some may need to remove the top cover of the crankcase and glue it back again...? That is what i heard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 Bought a 2nd hand car planning for short term usage. Asked my regular workshop to open up to check the condition of Timing belt. He did it and say Timing belt looks ok as the numbering printing is still intact and clearly shown and edge of timing belt show no sign of wear and tear. Was worrying as i will be driving to genting with family next month. Technician also ask me crank slowly and all look fine. Does that sounded good enough to last for trips to genting and run for another 1 year? Thanks for your value view. People usually change between 60 - 90k Since your car is 125k, should change for peace of mind especially if you going up north. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kangadrool Supersonic November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 If the car is "long distance runner" type, then OK. If the car is "stop-start city traffic" kind, then better change at 60K or 3 years whichever is lower; same principle as engine oil, brakes and other wear and tear parts. my old ride i change at 60K.... more KS..... but possible for timing belt to run 120+K km and remain in good condition? 65K is the boarder line...that is the time most ppl will plan to change the T-belt... you made the rite choice. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickenMob 6th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 usually they based on the lettering on the belt, if the wordings are all gone that means it had lived beyond its lifespan. just changed my last week, then I know the previous owner never change it now at 176k liow......if not for a leaking water pump I think I will push it to 100k.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 People usually change between 60 - 90k Since your car is 125k, should change for peace of mind especially if you going up north. Thanks for your advice. previous owner say changed about close to 80K.... so i guess still ok.... with the visual check still in good condition....just go ahead....:P...many thanks for feedback usually they based on the lettering on the belt, if the wordings are all gone that means it had lived beyond its lifespan. just changed my last week, then I know the previous owner never change it now at 176k liow......if not for a leaking water pump I think I will push it to 100k.... Belt used for 176K without change??? Condition take out all worn out? Normally water pump will up lorry 1st before belt as what i know. 1st owner always follow specs on manual....ot +- 20K km.... when water pump spoil, easy to feel, engine will vibrate and got sound.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickenMob 6th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 Thanks for your advice. previous owner say changed about close to 80K.... so i guess still ok.... with the visual check still in good condition....just go ahead....:P...many thanks for feedback Belt used for 176K without change??? Condition take out all worn out? Normally water pump will up lorry 1st before belt as what i know. 1st owner always follow specs on manual....ot +- 20K km.... when water pump spoil, easy to feel, engine will vibrate and got sound.... yah.....damn I tot the owner changed it when I took over at 90k ...... the WS told me the belt is in very terrible condition liow, if not for the leaking water pump I think I will get a snap belt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forte3737 5th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 How much will a belt change cost and what model is that? Bought a 2nd hand car planning for short term usage. Asked my regular workshop to open up to check the condition of Timing belt. He did it and say Timing belt looks ok as the numbering printing is still intact and clearly shown and edge of timing belt show no sign of wear and tear. Was worrying as i will be driving to genting with family next month. Technician also ask me crank slowly and all look fine. Does that sounded good enough to last for trips to genting and run for another 1 year? Thanks for your value view. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 How much will a belt change cost and what model is that? left 10 mths to ride.... Pica...MT yah.....damn I tot the owner changed it when I took over at 90k ...... the WS told me the belt is in very terrible condition liow, if not for the leaking water pump I think I will get a snap belt. i guess cracks is deep and visible... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forte3737 5th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 Then not worth it unless you renew coe left 10 mths to ride.... Pica...MT i guess cracks is deep and visible... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronleech 2nd Gear November 20, 2014 Author Share November 20, 2014 Then not worth it unless you renew coe ya lor.....if with at least 2 years i would have changed it.... crank and start still strong and good Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickenMob 6th Gear November 20, 2014 Share November 20, 2014 left 10 mths to ride.... Pica...MT i guess cracks is deep and visible... nope....cannot see leh..... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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