Golf Gti MkIV 1.8T cambelt question
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My sister's been quoted a high price for changing the cambelt on her 40k mile Golf Gti MkIV 1.8T. We'd like to know what the consequences are if the cambelt goes - i.e. is there sufficient clearance between piston and fully extended dangling valve?! Does anyone know?
VW service are shut at the moment and I'm impatient
VW service are shut at the moment and I'm impatient
think 40k is too early for belt change unless its due on age ?
but take it from me if in any doubt replace the belt! rubber is always cheaper than metal where thats concerned..
I pay £60 labour to get Golf belts done takes my man under 2 hours to do.. .. belt/idlers/tensioners from main dealer should be around £80 think I pay £55 trade through the trade club, but there could be different kits depending on engine code , may be worth replacing the water pump and other belts while you are on...
but take it from me if in any doubt replace the belt! rubber is always cheaper than metal where thats concerned..
I pay £60 labour to get Golf belts done takes my man under 2 hours to do.. .. belt/idlers/tensioners from main dealer should be around £80 think I pay £55 trade through the trade club, but there could be different kits depending on engine code , may be worth replacing the water pump and other belts while you are on...
Edited by jeffc on Saturday 3rd February 14:06
Best advice for a 1.8T Belt is 60K or 4 years, whichever is the sooner.
My Skoda dealer quotes around £300 for a belt swap and getting the water pump changed at the same time is a very wise precaution. Independants will be a LOT cheaper.
My Skoda dealer quotes around £300 for a belt swap and getting the water pump changed at the same time is a very wise precaution. Independants will be a LOT cheaper.
Edited by monkeyhanger on Saturday 3rd February 16:32
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