Intrepid 3.2L timing belt change

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Geoff, Oct 18, 2004.

  1. Geoff

    Geoff Guest

    I'm prepping to change the Intrepid's timing belt for the first time. A
    few questions:

    1. All of the timing belt kits (like NAPA NBH2522950) as well as the
    separately-sold tensioners (e.g. Cloyes 95357) state that they're just
    'cam tensioner assy; does not include cam tensioner hydraulic assy'.
    I've looked at the diagrams in the FSM; I can't see where the tensioner
    assembly can be separated from the hydraulic portion. Maybe it's an
    unclear illustration. Or perhaps these kits are the tensioner pulley? At
    any rate, should I go out of my way to make sure I get the hydraulic portion
    of the assembly, or will the commonly available parts sold without probably do the trick?

    2. I've got a choice of three brands of new replacement water pumps,
    all roughly the same price. The brands are: AC-Delco, Airtex and
    Eastern. Anyone have any experience with these? I'm leaning toward the
    Delco make, but that's probably just because it's a familiar name.

    3. Any similar brand testimonials WRT the timing belt itself? Choices
    are Gates, Melling and AC-Delco. Melling's $30 more than the other
    brands.

    4. Anyone know offhand what size socket is needed to get the crank
    pulley/dampener off? I'd like to make sure I've got the right sized
    impact socket ready to go. The one I used for my 3.0L last year was
    large and I needed to get it separately...

    5. I'm planning on changing upper/lower rad hoses, thermostat and
    gasket, water pump, timing belt, and timing belt tensioner. Anything I'm
    obviously leaving out? I've got a best quote of $187.88 for these,
    shipping included; sound reasonable?

    Thanks,
    --Geoff
     
    Geoff, Oct 18, 2004
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