How hard to change LJ78 timing belt

[RHD Toyota's]

wondering how hard it is to change a timing belt on my 91 prado, and if there is any special tools needed.
Also is there any T-belts around in Canada to purchase.

 

[prado t]

There are a few places to get 2lte timing belts
ROCKY MOUNTAIN imports the guys name is JOHN
MUSTANG CONNECTION
4 WHEEL AUTO
all these places should have them in stock, those are the ones on the top of my head
aaron

it is not that hard make sure the marks are lined up

 

[RHD Toyota's]

Thanks Aaron I'll check them out, odometer is reading 75,000 kms, so I figure its better to do it now rather than catasrophically later.

 

[Psilosin]

In addition to the timing belt it is a good idea to also replace the idler gears (one is toothed, other is smooth). They also have a habit of failure with the same catestrophic consequence...

More info on the part numbers etc can be found on a search at toyotadiesel.com forums.

 

[bruzer]

and a new water pump too

 

[prado t]

In addition to the timing belt it is a good idea to also replace the idler gears (one is toothed, other is smooth). They also have a habit of failure with the same catestrophic consequence...

More info on the part numbers etc can be found on a search at toyotadiesel.com forums.

i like mud it is more for the bigger lc s toyotadiesel.com has much more knowledge for the smaller motors like our 2ltes

 

[RHD Toyota's]

"Hey come on water pump", I know these motors have a bad rep, but I love mine its never let me down, no overheating.

It runs higher boost and 33x12.50 all terrains.

Anyways thanks again and I'll check that out.

 

[Behemoth60]

A good rule of thumb for a 2LT is to change the timing belt every second head.

 

[gbcruiser]

Ouch!

So glad not to have a timing belt under the hood in my '60...

DGH

 

[prado t]

A good rule of thumb for a 2LT is to change the timing belt every second head.

I never had to change a head yet