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So I got a call from my Honda dealer saying that I'm due for a timing belt replacement. Just wanted to know what else needs to be replaced at this point. I'm at 150k km and its a 2004 auto.

your honda dealer is an idiot, your car doesnt have a timing belt. k-series have timing chains.

I thought J-series had timing belts?

Do you have a J series or a K series?  That's the one important piece of information that you left out.

The Js are due every 105k or 7 years whichever comes first. If you haven't done it yet, the dealer probably doesnt show any records of you doing one so that is why they are recommending it.

whoops, yea thats what happens when you search through the new posts and dont read which forum your in, thought you had a 4 banger. ur dealer is right, disregard my previous post.

I'd have the water pump replaced while your at it.  Also, at least the plugs, if you haven't done so.

Paul did mine and suggested water pump, belt, and tensioner... 

Yeah I got a J-series motor.  They also suggested the belts, water pump and tensioner. But for $1100??? With my disability pay, that's going to rape me up the ass and out the mouth.

It's well worth it the job will cost you 5X that if the belt breaks, and the water pump or tensioner going will break that belt instantly.

I know that when it comes time for me, I'll be bringing my car down to Paul.  Hopefully it'll be at the same time I'll be doing my conversion.  I'm saving up for that one.

If it were me, I'd take the trip down to Paul to have him do it.  I'm sure he will cost less and you know the money will go towards a very helpful member in the community, instead of the pockets of some dealership.

I would love to get Paul to work on my car. Might even get a J35 crank, rods and pistons put in also. But at this point, after my car accident, I can't really drive long distances.

Bummer.  How far of a drive is it for you?

10 hour drive with no delay at the boarder.

It's worth the drive.

Just realized that I'm coming up on this.  Never thought I'd have this car for this long. Guess if I do this, I'm keeping it for some time to come.  Not sure if I can make the trip down to Paul's as I said two years ago.

It is about time for me to do this as well.  I had planned to take it to Paul but with his recent move, he is kinda far.  Not sure what I'm going to do yet.  

Anyone have any opinions on these timing belt kits?

Aisin TKH-002 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump
http://www.amazon.com/Aisin-TKH-002-Engine-Timing-Water/dp/B008EEYTRE/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top (http://www.amazon.com/Aisin-TKH-002-Engine-Timing-Water/dp/B008EEYTRE/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)


Gates TCKWP329 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump
http://www.amazon.com/Gates-TCKWP329-Engine-Timing-Water/dp/B001NYE26U/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top (http://www.amazon.com/Gates-TCKWP329-Engine-Timing-Water/dp/B001NYE26U/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)


Anything else I need to get?

Gates is a solid brand. I seem to remember Paul strongly suggesting OEM parts.

I have the Aisin kit on my car and it is exactly like OEM. Every single part matches the OEM manufacture counter part in term of maker.

the gate kit the water pump is made in China and the belt is gate brand. the tensioner is the same as OEM

use the AMX sync to get 25 dollar credit off 100+ on amazon.

I only have 75,000 miles but it's time since it's a 2006.

^ You got plenty of time left Nelson. I changed mine at about 110K.

Ike, Paul is only a hour away from where he used to be.

Only downside is it's going to be a pain being that he doesn't have garage together as yet. Only he can say for sure tho.

I would do OEM BTW

I was thinking since the car is 7 years old going on 8 that it's time.

Since you're looking to get rid of it, its a good selling point.

To get rid of or to ask more money for?

Depends on the buyer. Someone may factor the cost of the replacement and try to knock it off your asking price of 9k.

Rule of thumb is 7 years or 105k miles. The belt itself is made of rubber. Rubber components do get dry and start to crack. If its been over 7 years, I highly recommend replacing the timing belt. I suggest the gates belt, OEM Honda water pump, and to be honest, that's all you need. You really don't need a tensioner. I've done many J series timing belts, and I have never replaced the tensioner because it rarely is needed to be replaced. You can tackle it yourself as long as you have the proper tools and the mechanical aptitude.

Like me!

You were one person I was thinking of.

Or me risk it breaking on me while I wait on mike to come pay me a visit. Bc if it does break he can get the car for REAL cheap.

"What a bargain!"

Z wanna help me cut a timing belt?

I'd be the only one doing it since you never leave your house.

What! I'm never home!

Looks like I only put 5,000 miles on my car this year.  Still haven't done this but will get to it soon.

You and I might compete mine hardly moves

I'll win that battle guys. In 2014 I barely put 100 miles on my car.

 :D and that's going to change this year, right Tim?

I'm about 9k/yr just for work plus my here n there. This month so far I'm just over 1000, but that's including the trip home from VA and 2 to NY.

You went through NY and didn't say hi?

4 miles in December lol

Finally had this done. Timing belt, water pump and tensioner at 81,700 miles and 9 years. Ha!