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Should I replace water pump with Cambelt?
Generally, the idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump should always be replaced when the timing belt is replaced. In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer.
How much does it cost to change Cambelt?
The average cost for a cambelt and water pump replacement in the UK is £383.50. In the same way as a straightforward cambelt change, you can expect costs to vary based on the make and model of your car….How much is a cambelt change?
| Cost provided item | Average cost+VAT |
|---|---|
| BMW cambelt change | £373 |
How long does it take to change a cambelt and water pump?
between 3 to 6 hours
The average time taken for a water pump and timing belt change is between 3 to 6 hours.
How old should cambelts be on Saxo VTR 1.6?
My partners March 02 Saxo VTR 1.6 has 21,000 miles on the clock and is 5 years old. Ive been thinking that the cambelts for these are to be safe best changed at 40,000. However she only clocks up about 5K per year and at that rate the cambalt is going to be 10 years old when due for a change.
When to replace a high mileage cambelt?
Low Mileage – High Age Cambelts – xzibit. If you read the manual, it will say something along the lines of “the cambelt and associated tensioners/pulleys should be replaced at xx,000 miles or x years, whichever occurs sooner.”. The belts and pulleys will deteriorate with age.
Is it good to have a cam belt?
Cam belts do not last forever and should be looked upon as a regular service item. It might be great to tell her “Told you so”, but it could also break a relationship. It will always take a while before she trusts everything you say, remember she has known her Dad for a lot longer than you.