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Old 01-25-2008, 02:49 PM
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Default Re: Timing belt replacement - What else should I get done at the same time?

Koyo is an OEM supplier to Toyota, but SKF is a Mexican brand. I've noticed the metal finish on the roller of the tensioner of aftermarket brands of bearings is not a smooth and finely polished as on the OEM brands like Koyo and NSK. Rougher surface could = more belt wear. If the tensioner bearings of aftermarket tensioners are not as high quality either, tensioner life may be shorter.
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