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TB change on my Astra - safe to drive?

W.Shakes-Beer · 2011-02-22 17:49:24

Hey folks, I have bought a nice 2003 1.8 Astra Bertone. I just have a question, the Timing Belt was done on it at 40k and it now has 86k. However a second timing belt has never been done on it although it has a full service history. So it is technically 6k over its change date. I will be picking the car up tomorrow from…

22-02-2011 6:49pm

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Hey folks,

I have bought a nice 2003 1.8 Astra Bertone.

I just have a question, the Timing Belt was done on it at 40k and it now has 86k. However a second timing belt has never been done on it although it has a full service history. So it is technically 6k over its change date.

I will be picking the car up tomorrow from near City West and taking it over to the Northside of the city.

I will be getting the belt changed ASAP but how safe would it be to drive in the meantime?

Cheers

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#2 22-02-2011 6:58pm

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Ah it should be grand but make sure the belt is done. Risk it for a biscuit:p

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#3 22-02-2011 7:28pm

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Thanks for reply, but: Danger averted!

Just read up, 03 Astra's upwards with the Z18XE engine have 60k TB intervals.

Sweet

Will still get it done for peace of mind

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#4 22-02-2011 7:44pm

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Also remember that it may have x miles to be changed but a belt at 6 or 7 years old they should be replaced regardless of miles as the material degrades over time.

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