Thanks Mike. Sounds like you have automotive experience. What would a
job like you just did on your EX, cost??

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Darrell


"Mike R" <mike-r@earthlink.net> wrote in message
news:mike-r-1110031116300001@user-uiveqgu.dsl.mindspring.com...
> In article <U7KcnVqvGL_WhRqiXTWJkQ@wideopenwest.com>, "Darrell"
> <darrell_s_kelly@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Any recommendations for a URL that would give me instructions for
changing
> > the timing belt on a '95 Civic, 5-speed, 1.6L V-Tec engine.
> > Thanks for your time..Please post to N/G.
> > Darrell
>
> Before you do anything, find out if you can loosen the crank bolt. I
> bought the crank shaft pulley holder from SP Tools for $60.00. The engine
> needs to be lowered about 1/2" allowing clearance for the pulley holder to
> fit into the pulley. If you can't remove the bolt, at least you'll save
> yourself alot of grief. The last thing you need is to be 2/3 into the
> disassembly just to find yourself stuck at step 10 in the manual. You
> should strongly consider purchasing the Helms manual since you'll need it
> for other jobs. The D16Z6 cam timing mark location is different from the
> other engines, so keep that in mind. Another reason to get the original
> manual...
>
> Just completed my first t/b change two weeks ago on the exact same car (95
> EX coupe). Turned out well. T/B looked very good after 113k. I also
> changed the tensioner (for good measure) and A/C idler pully
> You will also need to change the water pump and accessory belts...Good
Luck
>
> --
> Mike