Best 2UZFE Timing Belt Kit

[BusinessHippieRH]

The water pump doesn't need any FIPG or goop of any kind. There wasn't any from the factory and no need to add any. The supplied water pump metal gasket with rubber is plenty sufficient. This isn't a domestic engine, tolerances are very tight in this engine.

This is correct. However, the water bypass (or whatever they call it) that the thermostat housing is hooked to does need it. Take a look at the FSM. And: unless you've figured out a way to remove the water pump without removing the things connected to it, you will need to put it on there. Also, grab a new O-ring for the bypass while you're at it. These 2 spots are very prone to leaks after the water pump replacement... just look around the forum, and a thousand examples will pop-up.

 

[Inv4drZm]

So it seems like you guys have all replaced your own? How difficult is it? How much are you saving, $500 DIY vs. $1000 for Toyota?

 

[alia176]

This is correct. However, the water bypass (or whatever they call it) that the thermostat housing is hooked to does need it. Take a look at the FSM. And: unless you've figured out a way to remove the water pump without removing the things connected to it, you will need to put it on there. Also, grab a new O-ring for the bypass while you're at it. These 2 spots are very prone to leaks after the water pump replacement... just look around the forum, and a thousand examples will pop-up.

We're on the same page, the bypass passage does indeed FIPG. I mentioned it on couple of posts ago but I like the idea of using a gasket/O ring vs FIPG. This makes for a cleaner, less messy install. I would've gone this way too if I had thought about it. I have couple of different Toyota FIPGs in the toolbox so I went with it.

Good points.

 

[alia176]

So it seems like you guys have all replaced your own? How difficult is it? How much are you saving, $500 DIY vs. $1000 for Toyota?

Difficult level is purely subjective. Folks on this board are eager to learn and try new things while saving money at the same time. I know for a fact that I can do a far better job than the stealership techs because I care and not paid to pump out jobs after jobs. Yes, I'm slow but I'm methodical with a little bit of OCD ::brick:

There is a good write up on this board on how to do the timing belt and few good vids on Youtube on the 4.7 motor. So, between those two things and a FSM, this job is very straightforward. Take your time, label hardware and stay organized. This isn't a two person job because it can be tight for two pairs of arms under the hood. BUT, it's nice to have a second person reading the directions, look at the pics/vids and, lend a hand as needed and help you stay on track. My GF came out to the garage and helped me re-install the items. It was nice to have her and I got to fondle more than just my engine :bounce:

If you need more info, send me a PM with your phone and I can talk you through the process since I just finished doing this last weekend. This goes for anyone who needs to talk it out with someone.

 

[derekdevasia]

That's where you use the JB Weld, there's actually a small trough to bead it into.

Along with the write ups here on the forums, I used 1A Autos YouTube videos

https://youtu.be/6TZTn1Arjho



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I think there's also a toyota specific gasket sealer that was what I used. Decided just to keep it all OEM

 

[derekdevasia]

I did mine I think the total cost was somewhere around 320 for everything. And I did upper and lower radiator hoses as well as thermostat and Toyota OEM fluids. This was about 3 years ago, one thing I messed up is i forgot to reroute the crank case sensor wiring and my drive belt cut it after about two minutes of running. That was a pain.

 

[alia176]

The hardest thing to do *correctly* is to apply the 180 ft-lb of torque on the Crankshaft bolt. I broke it loose with the impact but tightening with a torque wrench took some creative solution.

 

[word5150]

Timing Belt Kit Toyota 4Runner 2005 to 2009 V8

Timingbeltkit.com Complete kit. $305.00. Free shipping.

Timing belt
Water pump with gasket
Auto timing belt tension adjuster
Timing belt tensioner
Timing belt idler
One accessory drive belt
Thermostat
Thermostat gasket
Front crankshaft seal
Two camshaft seals
Misc. Needed gaskets and seals

The timing belt and drive belts are Bando and/Mitsuboshi. The water pump is NPW. The tensioners are GMB and or Koyo. The auto tension assembly is NTN. The thermostat is Motorad. Services Vehicles: Make: Toyota. Model: 4Runner. Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009. Engine: 8 Cylinder 4.7L, 2UZFE.

 

[beater4runner]

I recently bought a 2003 v8 4runner. Looks like the timing belt hasn’t been changed in 210k miles. I’m suprised it hasn’t failed yet. I bought the aisin tkt 021 kit and it seems to have pretty much everything you need. Will be finishing up the replacement tomorrow.

 

[Montego Murph]

I recently bought a 2003 v8 4runner. Looks like the timing belt hasn’t been changed in 210k miles. I’m suprised it hasn’t failed yet. I bought the aisin tkt 021 kit and it seems to have pretty much everything you need. Will be finishing up the replacement tomorrow.

Did you get yours installed yet? I'm in IL as well and need to do mine. Badly.

 

[lj4r]

Two questions:
1. How much time should changing the timing belt and water pump take
2. Does anyone know of a good youtube for going the next step of changing the cam seals.

Thanks. Phil

2004 V8 Limited 4wd. 130k Miles

 

[ZiaMan]

Two questions:
1. How much time should changing the timing belt and water pump take
2. Does anyone know of a good youtube for going the next step of changing the cam seals.

Thanks. Phil

2004 V8 Limited 4wd. 130k Miles

Figure 2 days to do timing and water pump if this is your first time. Definitely could do it in 1 day but it will be a long day and would worry about missing something putting everything back. This is assuming the big issues don't stump you - removing the crank bolt, correctly lining up the timing belt, AC bolts and torquing down the crank bolt.

 

[lj4r]

Every kit seems to have slightly different parts or manufacturers. Just to be clear, for a 2004 4Runner Limited 4.7 4WD, I will need the following to do a timing belt job:
1. Timing Belt (Mitsuboshi or Gates)
2. Water Pump (Aisin), gasket and seals (2)
3. Timing Belt Idler Bearing (Koyo recommended)
4. Timing Belt Tensioner Bearing (Koyo recommended)
5. Aisin Hydraulic Timing Belt Tensioner

Optional Parts:
1. Upper Hose
2. Lower Hose
3. Drive Belt
4. Thermostat
5. Thermostat Gasket
6. Camshaft Seal (not likely to be needed)
7. Crankshaft Seal (not likely to be needed)
8. Coolant Toyota specific

Anything that I missed or don't need. I will likely change out the upper and lower hoses, coolant, thermostat, thermostat gasket and drive belt. I will only get the cam and crank shaft seals if needed. Sounds like a lot more work and usually not necessary to change.

We got this 4runner about 10 months ago. we have put about 6,000 miles on it. I don't see any tag that the timing belt has been changed. It looks fine, but......better to be safe that sorry with an engine rebuild.

Thanks again. Phil

2004 Limited 4WD, 4.7 ltr. 131,000 miles

 

[AuSeeker]

Every kit seems to have slightly different parts or manufacturers. Just to be clear, for a 2004 4Runner Limited 4.7 4WD, I will need the following to do a timing belt job:
1. Timing Belt (Mitsuboshi or Gates)
2. Water Pump (Aisin), gasket and seals (2)
3. Timing Belt Idler Bearing (Koyo recommended)
4. Timing Belt Tensioner Bearing (Koyo recommended)
5. Aisin Hydraulic Timing Belt Tensioner

Optional Parts:
1. Upper Hose
2. Lower Hose
3. Drive Belt
4. Thermostat
5. Thermostat Gasket
6. Camshaft Seal (not likely to be needed)
7. Crankshaft Seal (not likely to be needed)
8. Coolant Toyota specific

Anything that I missed or don't need. I will likely change out the upper and lower hoses, coolant, thermostat, thermostat gasket and drive belt. I will only get the cam and crank shaft seals if needed. Sounds like a lot more work and usually not necessary to change.

We got this 4runner about 10 months ago. we have put about 6,000 miles on it. I don't see any tag that the timing belt has been changed. It looks fine, but......better to be safe that sorry with an engine rebuild.

Thanks again. Phil

2004 Limited 4WD, 4.7 ltr. 131,000 miles

If you're doing this yourself, you might want to get the special tool to help remove the crankshaft bolt to get the pulley off, it a pain to get that sucker loose otherwise, unless you have a high torque impact wrench.

 

[PotatoDelta]

If you're doing this yourself, you might want to get the special tool to help remove the crankshaft bolt to get the pulley off, it a pain to get that sucker loose otherwise, unless you have a high torque impact wrench.

This is just what I was looking for!! I have been thinking about changing the timing belt just to be on the safe side and wasn't sure where to begin. Would you happen to know what that tool is you are referring to? I couldn't seem to find it. Thanks!

 

[That_Titanium_4RNR]

This is just what I was looking for!! I have been thinking about changing the timing belt just to be on the safe side and wasn't sure where to begin. Would you happen to know what that tool is you are referring to? I couldn't seem to find it. Thanks!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OH0IWO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1