Cam belt change

[hazzeryoda]

Hey guys,

Who here has changed the cam/timing belt on their K10 in the past?
How did they find the whole operation?

I am only really a learner DIY mechanic but can do all the basic stuff. I've been through the Haynes a few times to familiarise myself with the procedure but are there any better, more thorough guides or tips out there?

Also, what new bits and bobs will I need and is it wise to change the fuel pump too?

Cheers,

H

 

[superls]

by fuel pump, i assume your refering to the water pump?

new parts i replaced,
1 waterpump,
2 tensioner
3 belt.

quite an easy job, the hardest part is removing the bottom pulley, but that has been covered loads of times already, just do a search.

 

[hazzeryoda]

ye gods, water pump is exactly what i meant, yes.

How difficult was this job? Did you have a nightmare or did you find it a do-able adventure?

Any things to look out for? And would you say that purchasing a new timing belt off ebay (like the one below) safe or should i visit Halfrauds?

(http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Nissan-Micra-...ryZ10402QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem)

Cheers,

H

 

[superls]

personally i found that after the bottom crank pulley was removed it was quite an easy job.

if i were buying a belt i would deff not go to halfrauds, but go to your local motor factors, failing that buy the one off of ebay.

 

[K10]

I've done it, not too bad job at all. If I can do it, anyone can

I have an early micra belt in the garage, I bought it in error- mine is a '91 and it uses a longer belt.

If you like I can get the part number off it, its a brand new in box blueprint item.

 

[hazzeryoda]

cool, i'd love it.
My car is an 86 Colette so requires a pre-facelift belt.

How do i check the part numbers to make sure its the right belt for my car?

 

[K10]

Well the ones i've seen on ebay from various manufacturers list an '83-'89 belt and an '89-'91 belt, so I can only assume there are 2 different types.

maybe someone else could verify this?

if you put your email address on this thread I will dig out the belt and email you about it. I would put mine down but its a business one and i'll get shot if it starts to get spammed Don't want much for it by the way- and i've used ADL Blueprint parts on all our cars, very good quality.

 

[hazzeryoda]

lovely stuff. the contact you want is harryfox [AT} gmail [DOTCOM}

Also, I'd really appreciate some help on doing the job for when I get round to do it, so prepare to be quizzed....

H

 

[K10]

Cheers for that, You have mail

Apologies for the delay