jim beam wrote:
> without any form of visible deterioration. i say, do a visual
> inspection. if it apears to be in bad shape, cracking, fraying, teeth
> worn or deformed, yes, replace regardless of mileage. but if it's not,
> and you /know/ for sure mileage is within spec, i'd stick with earl's
> advice.

id be curious to know how many 80s/90s vintage civics *ever* get their
timing belt replaced. its something 99% of people dont even think about.
im sure some live their whole lives with one belt, then it gets replaced
when the water pump starts spewing coolant.