Reggie Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 I am in need of a timing belt replacement. Is there a timing belt made to last longer than the factory recomendation of 60,000 miles? Reggie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnceggleston Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 (edited) depending on year, model, engine, trans, miles, ... yes, the california spec belt is rated at 105k miles. but you better be sure to replace everything else, pullies, waterpump, etc. unless you want a filure on one of those. (note: ALL jdm subarus, 90 - 04, have a 100k kilometer interval. that is about 60k miles.) the last itme i checked, the local parts store had the 60k belt in stock and it cost more. the 105k belt you had to order and it was cheaper. i don't know the life span, interval for the belts you get with the ebay kits from ''theimportexperts''. but i still use them and ASSUME it is 60k. quality parts for a good price. info please. Edited February 15, 2013 by johnceggleston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster2 Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 My experience in buying a TB, water pump, and pullies from ebay has been good, at a good price. Prolly only a 60K mile belt, but for money spent it is a good value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 I THINK Gates offers a 'racing' TB but, I have no idea what qualities it may have over a regular belt. anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocei77 Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 I THINK Gates offers a 'racing' TB but, I have no idea what qualities it may have over a regular belt. anyone? IIRC it has Kevlar in its construction. O. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthWet Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 I THINK Gates offers a 'racing' TB but, I have no idea what qualities it may have over a regular belt. anyone? Maybe it doesn't have to be EPA/CARB certified, as in lasting 60k/105k? Real possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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