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    DANG - I just ordered all the parts to do this maintenance for my Eclipse & the bill was only $200.
    [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

    Put a smiley after you say that Bub.

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    Well, you can get kits for the 3.5 for a lot less than what I paid. I'm just picky and I refuse to put anything but OEM in my VX. The prices for each part are listed on my website.

    Doing the belt only would be stupid, IMO. You need to do the belt and water pump at least. Once your in there, you have to remove the old belt, and when you do that, it take only a few extra minutes to swap out the water pump.

    Bart

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    The kit I bought includes:

    belt, tensioner, and idler pulley; Complete with detailed instructions

    I also purchased a water pump which comes with gasket.

    As long as I don't break anything or need any special tools - I'm all set.

    BTW/BOT: I noticed when shopping on line for the kit, they do recommend replacement at age/mileage on timing belts.
    Last edited by tom4bren : 04/28/2010 at 10:29 AM

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    The only "special" tool you might need is something either bought, rented or home made to get the crank pulley off. If you have or can borrow an impact wrench, that should do the trick....

    Bart

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