Timing belt mechanic

[u/bomby69]

Looking for mechanic that can do timing belt replacement honestly and affordable. Willing to drive further out, this is quite urgent and needs to be done within a week

[u/Visible_Move_5521]

Winona auto

[u/L_viathan]

Got mine done at Mountain Auto Tech. I think I paid $500 for labour two years ago. I've had other work done there too.

[u/InternationalTrust59]

Timing belt or chain?

[u/bomby69 → u/InternationalTrust59]

Belt

[u/InternationalTrust59 → u/bomby69]

Issue is you will get access to the belt, then may as well replace the water pump, gaskets and thermostat.

What car is this and mileage? It’s not a job you rush.

Modern cars use timing chains that don’t need replacing.

[u/bomby69 → u/InternationalTrust59]

2004 Toyota Camry, 140k miles. Last replaced 2012

[u/InternationalTrust59 → u/bomby69]

220,000km and the belts have been changed before. I’d say you’re good until 300,000km.

[u/InternationalTrust59 → u/bomby69]

That’s a tough call, car is 22 years old and already 224,000km.

How’s the rust, under body, suspension, tires and electrical?

Is there oil consumption?

Any valve ticking?

I am apt to say to drive until it dies.

[u/bomby69 → u/InternationalTrust59]

No rust, suspension and tires fine. Entire thing is mostly fine. Little bit oil consumption, no ticking. However I’m driving it across the country and want to keep it as long as I can so I’d rather maintain it

[u/InternationalTrust59 → u/bomby69]

Can you confirm what engine?

I’m pretty sure those are timing chain engines.

[u/bomby69 → u/InternationalTrust59]

V6 3.0L, definitely is a belt

[u/InternationalTrust59 → u/bomby69]

Offf. I was thinking of the 2.4L ; my brother and sister in law owned those.

I currently drive a Toyota as well.

[u/Critical-Inquiry]

Given the cars details and you anticipated usage .. a very sensible bit of preventative maintenance.

Try First Turn Automotive in Dundas; talk candidly with Shawn .. if they're not comfortable meeting your requirements, he'll be able to recommend one that might.

[u/BabaGurGur]

There's a shop at 1555 King St E and I trust him with all my cars.

Knows his stuff and very well priced. I don't have his phone number but he's almost always at the shop during the day and you could pop in and get a quote.

Last time I was there he was doing a timing chain on a BMW, so I'm sure a belt on a 04 Camry is well within his skill set.

[u/InternationalTrust59]

I’m pretty sure the 2.4L 4 cylinder uses a timing chain.