Timing belt repair ! How much will that cost? Please help ... !

Sep 26th, 2002, 02:18 AM

Hello all,

My mechanic tells me that I need to change my 1990 Maxima timing belt. He is a good mechanic. He asked me to go to the dealer and get the job done.

Anyone have any idea how much it's gonna cost for the whole job? Parts & Labor ?

Any help/suggestion is highly appreciated.

Thanks
zubero

zubero007@yahoo.com

Sep 26th, 2002, 07:39 PM

it should cost just the price for the belt .... if you a pimp you will throw that shit in yourself....

BORNGEARHEAD · Sep 26th, 2002, 09:25 PM

I'll do it for $100. The belt is cheap. It's the labor that costs. I work at a dealer and I did one yesterday on a 90 Maxima. It was $25 for the belt and labor was 6hrs.

Sep 26th, 2002, 11:13 PM

I'd like someone to the job for me, cause I am not good at this

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If there is anyone in NY who can do this for me I'd e happy to PAY for the job.

THANKS

Zubero

Jan 22nd, 2003, 12:03 AM

Can someone give me instructions on how to change my belt , I have a 86 Maxima

nismo1989 · Jan 22nd, 2003, 10:35 AM

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Originally posted by zubero
I'd like someone to the job for me, cause I am not good at this .
If there is anyone in NY who can do this for me I'd e happy to PAY for the job.

THANKS

Zubero

It's a real PITA to do. With labor and parts mark up, you could expect to spend up to $300 for the job, especially at a dealership.

nismo1989 · Jan 22nd, 2003, 10:37 AM

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Originally posted by MrSmith
Can someone give me instructions on how to change my belt , I have a 86 Maxima

Check your Haynes. It has a diagram of the belts and pullys. You'll need some special tools, they are also listed in the book you have. That is a very complete and concise book, so use it to it's fullest. It even has a transmission tear-down I think. If you're still stuck, invest in a Factory Service Manual. I would tell you, but I don't remember it all completely and I don't have any literature handy. If you can't figure it out after studying the book, get back to me and I'll try to write it out for you...

Jan 28th, 2003, 02:38 PM

Oh timing belts... That would be one of the only things that I like about the VE Chain. Except when you have to change it that is...

nismo1989 · Jan 29th, 2003, 07:56 AM

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Originally posted by cneary812
Oh timing belts... That would be one of the only things that I like about the VE Chain. Except when you have to change it that is...

Your chain shouldn't ever have to be replaced. It can get out of line or something like that, though, which I've heard is a real kicker...

Jan 29th, 2003, 03:22 PM

Is it possible for a SINGLE person to do the Timing belt water pump change alone??

Jan 29th, 2003, 03:24 PM

wow that is a job and a half if you know what you are doing!

Jan 29th, 2003, 03:26 PM

danget!!!

Jan 29th, 2003, 03:28 PM

the whole thing that you have to remember is that you have very little room for error with the close ratio of either of our engines. Mine is even worse that your VG, but if you are careful and have alot of patience as well as some knowhow about cars you can do it. But definately read up on it BEFORE you get started.

Jan 29th, 2003, 03:31 PM

Yeah well its gonna be alittle while before I get to it, Right now I have another problem http://www.nissanforums.com/showthre...threadid=14042

nismo1989 · Jan 30th, 2003, 07:17 AM

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Originally posted by MrSmith
Is it possible for a SINGLE person to do the Timing belt water pump change alone??

If you have the right tools, then yes. I know someone who is handy with a wrench, but no mechanic, who has done it on a VG.