How much to replace timing belt?

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I recently purchased a stock 93 GS. It currently has 125K on the clock. The previous owner (approx 115K-125K) did not do the timing belt and did not know if it had been done previously.

I am looking to have a shop inspect the belt to see if they can tell if it has been replaced.

If it comes down to it, I am going to get this done. The Acura dealer quoted me approx $700 bucks for the replacement – which seems high to me. I am not comfortable attempting this maintenance.

Anyone pay a shop for this? Would like to get a feel for what it should cost if I find an independent.

Also, if I am doing this – should I have other maintenance items done at the same time?

Thanks in advance – I am not very familiar with working on cars, and this one runs great and I would like to keep it for some time.

Rodie

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on average its about $350-$500 depending on the shop. you should try to find a local '“shady tree” mechanic and they will probably do it for $200 less parts and no warranty :bawl:

Get a haynes manual and service the recommended parts at specified intervals.

plugs, wires, distributor button, filters, PCV valve, coolant, oil, tranny fluid, bulbs, blinker fluid :slight_smile: , brakes, brake fluid, PS fliud, tires, all other belts, and seafoam the hell out of it.

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I don’t know if that’s a fair price because I do the work myself.

You should get your water pump and tensioner pulley replaced at the same time.

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Anyone interested…

If any of you capable shade tree guys are in the Cleveland/Akron OH area, let me know if you have interest in making a few bucks doing the timing belt and water pump…!

Thanks

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damn, just moved from canton…