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2 timing belt replacement stickers, Should I still replace?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by TurtleWrench, Jun 6, 2020.

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Would you Replace the timing belt?

  1. no

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  2. yes

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  3. at 400k miles

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  1. Jun 6, 2020 at 10:46 AM
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    TurtleWrench

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    I know this question is not a straight answer just wanted to know what some of you guys would do.

    Im at 313k, only had it a few thousand miles.

    No service records of timing belt done via the vin number.

    But under the hood on the air cleaner box there are 2 timing belt stickers, they are blank, cant read any miles on them.

    Would you just replace it not knowing when they were done?
     
  2. Jun 6, 2020 at 10:53 AM
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    Both stickers appear to be pretty old.

    Register at Toyotaowners.com, and look at service history. It will only show dealer service.

    If there is nothing there I would reach out to seller if you're comfortable with that.

    Here is my ODO. Congrats on the 300k+ group
    20200606_125224.jpg

    Some weeping I think is normal, but a lot of leaking from water pump is NG.
    Someone who is more versed than me should be along shortly.

    How do you use your truck? The daily, or weekend rig?
     
  3. Jun 6, 2020 at 10:55 AM
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    PenderBen

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    Yes, by that mileage it should have been done 3 times (every 90k miles, or every 7 years). It’s an expense, but then you know you’re good to go for a long time.
     
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  4. Jun 6, 2020 at 11:15 AM
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    TurtleWrench

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    Just checked that website and it has records! awesome , Thanks for that tidbit.
    Had timing belt and seals replaced at 209k in 2009. So not sure if that was the second sticker that was added.

    So looks like it has been awhile since it has been done,
    I have all the parts ready , So looks like I will be tackling the job , gonna start today.
     
  5. Jun 6, 2020 at 12:02 PM
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    Welcome to the forum. Congrats!
     
  6. Jun 6, 2020 at 12:07 PM
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    Good idea to change it out, then you know what you have! The other option is wait for it to fail and buy a new motor so I would definitely change it.
     
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  7. Jun 6, 2020 at 1:58 PM
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  8. Jun 7, 2020 at 5:19 PM
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    Changing my timing belt and my thermostat housing cracked while taking it off ...:bananadead:

    If you have one , I will pay to ship it also.

    I appreciate any help.
    Thanks
     
  9. Jun 8, 2020 at 11:18 AM
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    Check the "for sale" section. You might find someone parting out.
     
  10. Jun 9, 2020 at 3:09 PM
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    I ordered 1 , looks little different but hears to hoping it fits like a glove! :turtleride:
    Gotta install the new parts now! will update on if the newer housing fits as i could not find 1 that looks like mine anywhere.
     
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