Cambelt

[shavedchimp]

 

I have a Mk. 1 Sharan which probably needs a cambelt change. I have a few questions regarding this, if you can help:

 

Is it worth using genuine VW parts, instead of substitute parts?

 

When purchasing a timing belt, do I need to get the whole timing belt kit, or just the belt? Would a garage change just the belt, or is it standard to fit/change the other things such as tensioners, or can the old ones be used?

 

Any replies welcome

 

Peter

[MadBaz]

I've never done one but from what I gather the tensioners are just as important, not sure if it's applicable to the MK1 but I've seen several people suggest getting the water pump done at the same time.

[Lloyd Evans]

Try Tps got a cam belt (kit with all the bits ) and a water pump nice n cheap!! Google trade part solutions only some are open to the public others are trade only

[shavedchimp]

Try Tps got a cam belt (kit with all the bits ) and a water pump nice n cheap!! Google trade part solutions only some are open to the public others are trade only

 

Thanks - do you mean trade part specialists?

[Lloyd Evans]

Yes I do!!! My mistake!!

[shavedchimp]

How important is it to use genuine parts on a job like this? Do you know roughly what the price difference is?

[Lloyd Evans]

cost wise parts cost

[a18nkd]

i was told to replace the water pump as when the new tention of the belt is on it sometimes causes the bearings in the water pump to leak couple of weeks later the you will have the cost of putting a new one in again might as well do it while you have access to it