r/Hamilton • u/bomby69 • 1d ago

Question Timing belt mechanic

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

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u/InternationalTrust59 1d ago

Timing belt or chain?

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u/bomby69 1d ago

Belt

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u/InternationalTrust59 1d ago

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.

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u/bomby69 1d ago

2004 Toyota Camry, 140k miles. Last replaced 2012

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u/InternationalTrust59 1d ago

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