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Originally Posted by Wstar425
I'm planning to replace my timing belt next month and doing it myself. I'm not planning to replace the water pump unless I see something in there that makes me think otherwise. But, not replacing it just as a general maintenence item. My dealer says a lot of people are replacing the pump at the same time, they recommend it but Toyota does not in the service manual. I thought they were being pretty honest to even say that. I see it as sort of a crap shoot. If you don't replace it and it fails shortly thereafter you probably kick yourself. If you replace it, how do you really know how long it might have gone. I figure doing the work myself, if I have to go back in there in 10 or 15,000 miles I will just have that much more experience and should be able to do it quicker. $300.00 seems a little high to me but not so much out of line that I would probably make a big fuss about it. Guess I see it as sort of a peace of mind thing, if you think it will make you feel better, go ahead and change it. One other thing, I stay pretty close to home and don't use the truck for any long trips, have an extra vehicle to use so if it is down for an extra day or two it is not the end of the world for me. Also, sort of depends on how long you plan on keeping it.
You have the new pump installed, be happy with the peace of mind that should give you, I guess.
Happy Hauling,
Doug
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Doug,
I just did my belt,water pump, thermostat, coolant and plugs, and all these parts cost less than 300 bucks. I got all the parts and coolant from anythingtoyota.com and shipped to my house,at a very good price and discount over all the local dealers prices and their discounts. The job is not that bad to do just a lot of little things to remove and it takes time. One piece of advice is to bag and label everything as you take it off. also take pics during the teardown phase it helps you on the install phase. One pic was a very great help in locating the where this one bolt went on the install. All in all it was a good DYI project and my belt looks good but my water pump had leaked, also the new pumps do not use the gasket any longer just form a gasket. The only two tools I had to get were a Harmonic balancer puller, and a chain style strap wrench. 30 bucks for both at Harbor Freight. Also I bought form a gasket at my local auto parts store for like 5 bucks.
Enjoy.
Kevin