triton turbo diesel timing belt change

Post by **big_yella** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:59 am

my 04 triton is due for its timing belt. i was just wondering if anyone has done a timing belt on a 2.8lt turbo diesel before. i have done a couple of timing belts over the years but never on a diesel.the local dealer is going to charge to charge me 600-650 to do it. is it a big job? or is it just as easy to spend the money for them to do it

Post by **flylux** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 7:56 pm

Is it a rubber belt or a timing chain?
I know mine has a chain, but some diesels have a belt, (like 90's luxs) which I think is a bit easier job.

If it were me, i'd only attempt it with the assistance of an extended manual (gregories etc)
I did a timing chain in a petrol hilux and was a fair job.

Post by **big_yella** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 1:19 pm

not sure now. i just read a post on another forum. some ppl seem to think that mk triton diesels have a chain.............i thought it was a belt. the manual talks about a belt...

Post by **Gee** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 1:54 pm

they have a chain not a belt

Post by **big_yella** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 2:26 pm

ohj. no worries. thanks. does the chain need changing in them at 100 thou?

Post by **flylux** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 5:25 pm

I just remembered that i've asked this question once before....
http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/phpBB2/vi ... ming+chain

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