Recent content by spmarfatia

I just did all the goodies, like 15-16 different THINGS that came in that particular timing belt kit at 195K. don't want to be messing with all that anytime soon!

how the hell you have 2002 T4R with 60K?!? you need to get her out of the garage..lol given how my parts looked, at 200K, assuming previous owner didn't change them when I bought it at 100K, and for sure they weren't changed in the last 100K I had it for, I think you don't need to do TB, WP...

I always supply parts to my mechanic. Only in a pinch let him buy them. Even toyota dealers, some, will take your genuine or upgraded, parts. I don't think they will take Napa/Autozone etc. parts though. But you can give them Bilstein shocks or Brambo brake parts and even the dealer will...

I did get the timing belt changed. But not at Cape. before I could make it to the Cape, my Radiator ended up leaking in NJ, (not the strawberry milkshake!) and while getting the radiator changed urgently at the local mechanic, that I have used for over 7 years for various repairs, I saw him...

Did the work begin already? Let me know once all done to see if you are satisfied with the whole process? I may not get to it for a few weeks, even a few months. depending when I visit my family there next time. Thanks.

here is the exact text of the email I got from the manager, ------------------------------------- Hello, Per our earlier conversation following is timing belt quote. If we were putting in Toyota parts, the price for timing belt replacement for a 1998 6 cylinder 4Runner would be $349 parts...

You may have to take an appointment. It's an all day job. they are closed on Sunday. (If you are heading there today?) you might get to it before me then, let me know how it goes? the whole process and what you think about them? I have never done anything with them yet. But bought a car from...

Yes, close to the mall. I only spoke to her on the phone, so don't know if she is based out of there or the Orleans. But most likely there.

I can't explain or understand the differences in the prices, within the same country. I wouldn't expect to compare what a toyota dealer would charge in Brazil vs in US, but this much variation within North East! wow! further more, I think there is also so much variation in quality, I have...

Thanks. Thermostat is included in the kit I purchased.

you want to talk to, Marlaine Ruby BDC Manager Hyannis & Orleans Toyota Phone: (774) 487-3379 I have the quote in writing, if it comes down to it. I was in disbelief after speaking with the NJ dealer, so that I aksed in writing from the MA dealer.

Thanks. Got something similar, but with extra components and with Toyota branded belt! I know Mistuboshi is similar or better. got it from Ebay. to get rid of any suspecian of fake parts, I took all of them to a Toyota dealer and they confirm they are original and correct parts. like Koyo and...

Hi, time to change the original timing belt at 200K, in my 1998 V6. Called my local Toyota dealer in NJ, labor is quoted at $1000(and the timing belt at $295 in parts, just the belt!). strictly just timing belt, nothing additional. Not even water pump included in that price...

Hi, Yes, 2UZ-FE engine. Thanks for the link. it says it is an interference engine. damn! better change that timing belt soon...

How is the coolant level now? I replaced my cap a few months ago, and my coolant is still disappearing!! So, see if you can check again after a couple of months...