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Things that can trash a t-belt with little or no warning.
water pump
crank seal
cam seal
tensioner bearing
check for "interference" or "non interference" engines before you decide to test the life expectancy of a timing belt. Most Toyotas are free wheeling. Most Hondas are not.
Most interference engines are never worn out and I have seen pieces of pistons coming out of the oil pan when draining the oil on a $3500 300 ZX engine 20 years ago.
My advice to someone buying a vehicle with a timing belt.
Learn how to do it yourself, perfectly.
Never test the limit of recommended replacement
Pay special attention to the time limits of recommended replacement
Always replace any seal, bearing, or pump that can leak fluid on your brand new belt and turn your otherwise perfectly running, no oil consuming engine into a boat anchor.
Most manufacturers are getting away from timing belts, even though the life expectancies are increasing.
No Pruius or 1st gen Insight has one. No Echo or Yaris has one.
thanks Balto
regards
mech
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