[bagal]

My 2003 is at close to 90k and I am wondering if it is time to start changing out all the stuff that makes my engine not blow up on me? If so is there anyone who has done the work themselves or would this be a real mechanic type ordeal??

 

[AK98Taco]

It's about time, and plenty of people here have done the work themselves.

Get all the needed parts, tools, and refer to the online FSM here: http://www.deserted1.com/FSM/

 

[bagal]

Do you know the common things that are changed together or is it a deal where I will have to make choices when I get to taking stuff apart?

 

[west0n]

call your local parts supplier and ask for a timing belt kit...it will have pullies included with the belt. and it tends to be cheaper. also replace the H2o pump. you shouldn't need to replace the tensioner, they usually last alot longer.

Put toyota red coolant back in it, not green. and buy import parts, not the cheap checker/autozone crap.

Good luck, and pay attention when you take it a part. you'll know if you missed a tooth in the timing.

 

[AK98Taco]

Do you know the common things that are changed together or is it a deal where I will have to make choices when I get to taking stuff apart?

weston's response pretty much nails it.