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I'm in Clayton, but I just had the timing belt and water pump replaced on my Elantra. The total cost was about $350. Not sure how comparable that would be to your Honda, though.
I need to have the timing belt replaced on my Honda (as well as the the water pump, tensioner, idle pulleys, etc.). ... Now I'm calling auto shops in Durham for estimates and they're all saying about $700-$800. Am I right in thinking this is too much?
You might get more specific answers if you gave more a specific description. Which model Honda? (Civic, Accord, etc.). Which model year? Which engine? Replacing the belt on a V6 costs more than an I4.
Do not delay having this repair done. The consequences of a broken timing belt are costly.
Most car engines use a timing belt or timing chain. Replacing the belt is a scheduled service procedure. Chains last forever (or are supposed to). Belt vs chain might be a consideration next time you buy a car, new or used.
If you don't KNOW how old your TB is...
or if it might even be the original one (not likely)...
then absolutely replace the $40 belt **immediately**
Be wary when the shop tries to sell you the other belts and water pump.
It may be prudent to do that work too... but these are likely NOT needed.
When a Honda timing belt fails you're guaranteed to NOT last another 5 miles
1. Be wary of any shop that DOES NOT try to sell you the water pump. Much like the belt, it is a cheap part, but also much like the belt, the labor is the highest cost element of replacing it, as documented in this discussion.
Pay the extra $50 or $100 to replace the water pump, and you'll be good with both for another 90-100k.
Phatty, IMO you are at the high end of the "when should I do it range". If you plan to keep the car another 3 years and 100k, then do it now, and you'll be covered for the duration. You probably have a little time, but as the others have said, failure is catastrophic, and since one repair will take you to your expected life, you have nothing to gain by putting it off, only increased risk.
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