75K is a new number. Where did you hear that?

On 12/9/04 2:58 AM, in article ,
"Gershund" > wrote:

> I have heard that as a rule, you have to change your timing belt around or
> every 75k miles!..
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> And that once you're doing it, it will also be convenient for you to change
> the oil seals and the water pump!..It's better pto have a peace of mind than
> beeing worried about if that problem will leave you stranded!..
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> "Jason" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Hello!
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>> I have a 98 Honda Civic DX Hatchback. It has 97k on it right now. Many of
> my
>> friends are telling me that i should get the timing belt changed.
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>> If I do, how much would it cost approximately? And is it true in the same
>> time I should get also the water pump replaced because it's nearby the
>> timing belt? I just bought some new winter tires and would like any advice
>> on what I should do right now?
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>> Can I wait until spring time before changing the timing belt? Ok, and the
>> timing belt: how much? how many hours for the labour?
>>
>> Thanks to all responses!
>>
>> Jay
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