How reliable are these kits? Options

[reko]

http://cgi.ebay.ca/90-96-2-2-Toyota-Camry-...A1%7C240%3A1318

I need to change my timing belt + water pump + heat sensor and there's a little bit of oil leaking from the head gasket... So i thought that intstead of buying a $50+ Timing belt, a water pump, a $25 heat sensor and so one i could, instead, buy this... It seems that every parts are OEM or match OEM standards.... plus i'd get the pistons for free...

Anyone knows if this kit reliable?

This post has been edited by reko: Mar 11, 2009 - 11:09 AM

[blu94gt]

Some of the off-brand stuff like this can actually be pretty good. I used a timing chain kit like this on my 22re truck and had my doubts for the price but everything came together perfectly. Just be careful with the quality of some of the parts.

[reko]

Yeah i know thanks! It's not for modding but only to refresh my engine because i'll hit 200 000 kms really soon so i have to change the timing belt and so on anyway

[Euphoria]

wow that seems really good for what you get, I can't imagine how much toyota would charge haha.

[jcaron9gt4]

Yeah i know thanks! It's not for modding but only to refresh my engine because i'll hit 200 000 kms really soon so i have to change the timing belt and so on anyway

But I thought you said you were considering boosting it, and wanted to know how these would hold up. Do not buy it if you plan on boosting. A $300 rebuild kit says it all.

This post has been edited by jcaron9gt4: Mar 12, 2009 - 7:20 PM

[azian_advanced]

it seems like a good deal seeing that a timing belt, idler & tensioner pulleys, water pump, heat sensor (i'm guessing you mean thermostat?) and head gasket can cost up to $500 or more for OEM toyota parts. for normal maintenance you don't need new pistons and rings, extra seals, and all those other bits unless you plan on pulling your motor out for a complete rebuild. plus, there is usually some risk with non-OEM products so it really comes down to how long you want to keep your engine running for... lol

This post has been edited by azian_advanced: Mar 12, 2009 - 11:39 PM

[reko]

Yeah i know thanks! It's not for modding but only to refresh my engine because i'll hit 200 000 kms really soon so i have to change the timing belt and so on anyway

But I thought you said you were considering boosting it, and wanted to know how these would hold up. Do not buy it if you plan on boosting. A $300 rebuild kit says it all.

Yeah i know but i changed it cause anyway, boosting an engine which such part isnt a good idea at all...

[reko]

for normal maintenance you don't need new pistons and rings, extra seals, and all those other bits unless you plan on pulling your motor out for a complete rebuild. plus, there is usually some risk with non-OEM products so it really comes down to how long you want to keep your engine running for... lol

I know but they come with the kit so... why not use them anyway... And i have to change the clutch and put my TRD coil springs on... So i'll probably do like last time; remove the top plates and cross member bolts and remove the whole thing from the chassis... Free space to work on the clutch and engine plus it'll be easier to pu my springs on.