Timing belts aren't that bad to replace yourself if you halfway enjoy that kind of work and aren't in a huge rush. Are most of y'all with long lived Tacomas have the regular 2wd suckers, the TRD 2wd, or 4wd's? Just curious.
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4wd all the way for me. I have had several and the only damages were inflicted by me. Great trucks and hope they stay that way.Originally posted by Loneaggie View PostComment
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My truck Is the Hilux which came before Tacoma, TRD, Prerunner, or Forerunner. Thats how old it is.Comment
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I WAS a Toyota tech, now write service for them. No real need to mark cogs/pulleys as they have a groove on the cam sprokets, and a little dot on the crank cog. I do recommend the water pump as well, prone to leak at your mileage. Also, put a pin in the belt tensioner makes it alot easier to run the 2 bottom bolts in when reinstalling. Coolant yes with waterpump obviously, but the radiator can stay in, just a little tighter work space. Really not alot do it, you will need a 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, and a 19 for the crank pulley.Comment
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You guys have inspired me to do the belt myself. I already ordered a Bosch water pump. However, I have noticed there are various kits for the timing belt project. Some have a few bearings and the belt. Others comes with a bunch of crank seals. Do they need replacing too? Thanks for your help.Comment
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so my 99 4wd v-6 taco with 180,000 miles needs to be changed? I bought it used with 120,000 miles on it, is there a way to tell if it was changed or just do it?Comment
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