Hello,
I'm new here so please be gentle. I have a beloved Roland Garros, first registered in 2002.
According to the service book a new cam belt should be fitted at 80,000 miles. Mine has only done 38,000
and still has the original cam belt. I think now that it would be wise to replace it. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks in advance.
Cam Belt
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Capncol
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Re: Cam Belt
It's overdue time wise so do it now 
(80K / 8 years whichever is soonest)
(80K / 8 years whichever is soonest)
Cheers Col.
206cc 1.6ltr (Wifes toy)
Mercedes ML (workhorse)
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206cc 1.6ltr (Wifes toy)
Mercedes ML (workhorse)
Corvette C3 (my toy)
When requesting help of a technical nature, please give as much detail of the fault as possible along with details of exact model, engine size & type, gearbox, year, mileage, and any relevant work carried out to try to solve the problem to help us help you.
Better still, put the details in your signature.
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Lady Caroline
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Re: Cam Belt
Thank you Capncol. You've confirmed what I was thinking. I'll be on the phone first thing tomorrow. 
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Lady Caroline
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Re: Cam Belt
Thanks again Capncol. New cam belt fitted today and I'm very relieved.
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fatboyslim
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Re: Cam Belt
Might help others if you'd be so kind as to let us know where you had it done and rough costLady Caroline wrote:Thanks again Capncol. New cam belt fitted today and I'm very relieved.
Thanks
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Lady Caroline
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Re: Cam Belt
I took it to Victoria Road Service & MOT, in Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1XQ.
The cost was £261.18 all inclusive, but there may be an element of discount as I once worked for an associate company. It seemed reasonable to me.
The cost was £261.18 all inclusive, but there may be an element of discount as I once worked for an associate company. It seemed reasonable to me.