When i dropped out the motor at 74k to replace the clutch i checked the belt and it looked flawless.
You CAN NOT TELL SQUAT from a visible inspection!!!!!!!!!
When i dropped out the motor at 74k to replace the clutch i checked the belt and it looked flawless.
You CAN NOT TELL SQUAT from a visible inspection!!!!!!!!!
That sounds a bit extreme.
I would say one can get a pretty good impression from a visual inspection, esp if there is damage. A SHORE Durometer Test and Tensile test would indicate the condition of the rubber, but missing or damaged teeth, for example, would be seen visually.
Miner
I would not be too concerned about Honda vs. Acura,
But I would be concerned about the price. It is way too low.
Here is the minimum parts list and pricing(list) for PARTS ONLY:
14400-PR7-A01 1 Timing Belt 179.36
91318-PY3-000 1 Oil Pedestal Gasket "8" 9.95
12030-PR7-010 2 VC Gasket Set 112.92
90471-580-000 2 Crush Washer 8mm 2.88
19200-PR7-305 1 Water Pump/Timing Cover Set 281.36
90401-634-000 1 Timing Bolt Cover Seal 2.10
91302-GE0-000 1 O-Ring, Dip Stick 2.02
14510-PR7-A01 1 Belt Tensioner Pulley 125.05
15400-PL2-315 1 Oil Filter 13.28
Fluids: Coolant/Oil 85.00
Total 813.92
Oh, Alt and A/C drive belts add: $37
So what are they leaving out, and does the pricing include labor? Even with a good discount, something is not right with their pricing. There is no way the labor is $25.
So I guess I would be concerned about their experience level with doing this job.
HTH,
LarryB
That sounds a bit extreme.
I would say one can get a pretty good impression from a visual inspection, esp if there is damage. A SHORE Durometer Test and Tensile test would indicate the condition of the rubber, but missing or damaged teeth, for example, would be seen visually.
Miner
ChopsJazz said:The timing belt should be changed after nine years IIRC, regardless of mileage!
I would not be too concerned about Honda vs. Acura,
But I would be concerned about the price. It is way too low.
Here is the minimum parts list and pricing(list) for PARTS ONLY:
14400-PR7-A01 1 Timing Belt 179.36
91318-PY3-000 1 Oil Pedestal Gasket "8" 9.95
12030-PR7-010 2 VC Gasket Set 112.92
90471-580-000 2 Crush Washer 8mm 2.88
19200-PR7-305 1 Water Pump/Timing Cover Set 281.36
90401-634-000 1 Timing Bolt Cover Seal 2.10
91302-GE0-000 1 O-Ring, Dip Stick 2.02
14510-PR7-A01 1 Belt Tensioner Pulley 125.05
15400-PL2-315 1 Oil Filter 13.28
Fluids: Coolant/Oil 85.00
Total 813.92
Oh, Alt and A/C drive belts add: $37
So what are they leaving out, and does the pricing include labor? Even with a good discount, something is not right with their pricing. There is no way the labor is $25.
So I guess I would be concerned about their experience level with doing this job.
HTH,
LarryB
You CAN NOT TELL SQUAT from a visible inspection!!!!!!!!!
+1
It's also been determined that the crankshaft pulley should be replaced along with the timing belt. It's also a good idea to replace all the smaller coolant hoses down there that are usually ignored.
I acquired Charlotte, my '93 NSX in late 2003 with 70K miles on the clock. The timing belt was replaced at 80K miles and "looked" fine. 3 years and 100,000 miles later the belt was once again replaced (along with water pump, pulley and hoses) and this time it had stretched to the point where it had skipped a tooth. Time will age the belt, usage will stretch the belt. A combination of the two will make it look like Phyllis Diller. Charlotte now has 230,000 miles plus and if I maintain my current driving habits will need a new belt in about 18 months when she hits 280,000.
Is it recommended to replace our thermostat as well?
Thanks for the list Larry.
Hugh ain't wrong.
The cause(s) of crankshaft pulley--a.k.a. harmonic balancer--failure aren't exactly clear
To all that have taken the time to reply, THANK YOU !!!
My son (who is down for the races) just explained how I did my post and renewed a THREAD, as I attached to an old post, like I said, a computer genius I am not BUT it was great of you folks to come to my rescue and give me some much needed advice. I will replace the belt, water pump, hoses, and whatever else needs to be done as I see 250,000 miles is not out of the question with an NSX (when properly maintained) , Again thank you all and I will try and post the correct way on my next one, thanks, John Bossolt
Ormond Beach, Fl.
This may be a dumb question, but does anyone offer a timing "chain" conversion kit for the NSX?
Hey guys came across the thread and thought I would chime in. I did my tbelt service today and from what u could see this was the original timing belt. My car is a 1991 with 59k. It still had the no weep hole timing cover and original honda altenator belt. I'm assuming I have the oldest belt lol. Belt looked great visually. There were some very minor signs or wear.