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Old 11 Oct 2003, 04:54 pm
Mike R
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Default Re: Timing Belt Instructions

At a dealership, probably around $450.00 to $550.00, depending on any
additional items replaced (ie, tensioner, A/C idler pulley etc)...

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Mike


In article <-oKdnUjalflC8hWiU-KYjA@wideopenwest.com>, "Darrell"
<darrell_s_kelly@hotmail.com> wrote:

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

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