Hi all,
I'm preparing to do a timing belt mantainance in my 118k outback. Bought it used, supposedly got a new engine at 30k, but can't verify it. I want to check if I'm not missing anything.
This is what I was thinking to do:
- Replace t-belt and all idlers and the tensioner with the hydraulic assembly (the old 2-piece one).
- I'll do the water pump on this one, it has leaked at some moments too.
I'm considering if it's necessary to:
- Put new timing cover gaskets (they are pricey, 30$)
- Re-seal camshaft seal
- Re-seal the oil pump
- Re-seal front crankshaft seal
- Replace thermostat (you don't need to take the t-belt to replace, so I can wait).
Which of the things listed would you recommend to do? Am I missing something? I was also thinking to pull the spark plugs a little before opening everything to see if I have some valve gasket leak to replace it with this maintenance.
Thanks a lot!
I'm preparing to do a timing belt mantainance in my 118k outback. Bought it used, supposedly got a new engine at 30k, but can't verify it. I want to check if I'm not missing anything.
This is what I was thinking to do:
- Replace t-belt and all idlers and the tensioner with the hydraulic assembly (the old 2-piece one).
- I'll do the water pump on this one, it has leaked at some moments too.
I'm considering if it's necessary to:
- Put new timing cover gaskets (they are pricey, 30$)
- Re-seal camshaft seal
- Re-seal the oil pump
- Re-seal front crankshaft seal
- Replace thermostat (you don't need to take the t-belt to replace, so I can wait).
Which of the things listed would you recommend to do? Am I missing something? I was also thinking to pull the spark plugs a little before opening everything to see if I have some valve gasket leak to replace it with this maintenance.
Thanks a lot!