Originally Posted by
CSVT.UA.SHO
Can a mechanic determine whether the timing belt has been replaced or not?
The guy who bought the car brand new drove alot between knoxville and bristol.
Im the second owner.
Compared to the cost of replacing the motor, you are far better off replacing the belt if there is any doubt at all.
If you don't have a receipt proving the belt was replaced on time, assume it wasn't.
If the belt snaps, pistons and valves
will collide with wallet-demolishing consequences.