First off, let me state that I'm not much of a mechanic. Beyond fluid changes and some DIY stuff, I'm clueless. That's why when I bought my '94 J30, the first thing I did was search out this forum and begin to ask questions.
I knew when I bought my car, that the timing belt needed service. So I asked around on the board and got some great tips from a bunch of people on how to approach a problem that I had no idea at the time was so significant.
Two days ago, I took my car into the only Infiniti shop here in Denver, the Infiniti dealer (again, more good advice from this forum on where to go), and today I got it back after having the following done....
Timing belt replacedTiming belt tensioner replacedWater pump assembly replacedSeals checked and servicedFan, power steering, and compression belts replaced
I wouldn't have known to ask ahead about some of these things without help from around here, and, because of this forum, I had a good idea of what the costs were going to be before I even picked up the phone.
The mechanic did all the work very professionally, and let me know that there was nothing else wrong that he could see, and that I was good to go until my 120k mile service.
So now I've got the car back, and without exageration, I can say it runs like it's brand new. No more fluttering in the engine, the acceleration is strong. It's amazing.
And I have to thank everyone here for helping me get it all together.
Thanks again.
Thanks all
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carlos_knology
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ok, well, it wasn't cheap...459 in parts, 612 in labor, for a total of 1107.00 . I was told around here it would be 7-8 for the timing belt and tensioner alone, then throw in the water pump...
But if Im basing it on a cost-satisfaction ratio, it was money well spent.
Here are the pics I just uploaded to the gallery..
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But if Im basing it on a cost-satisfaction ratio, it was money well spent.
Here are the pics I just uploaded to the gallery..
My Gallery Images
Jesda wrote:Made some calls today because I'm thinking about buying a dealer-maintained 94 J with a new factory transmission:
Timing belt, Timing belt tensioner, and Water pump = $750 was the quote I got at Creve Coeur Firestone on Olive Blvd for a 94 J.
-Jesda
Seems like you will be worry free if you get that J with a new transmission. How much is the asking price?
- Omar
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AlabamaDan
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Omar wrote:Seems like you will be worry free if you get that J with a new transmission. How much is the asking price?
- Omar
Omar:
I got him down to $2300, it drives beautifully, looks great (http://q.spilky.com/j30). Problem is, I'm STILL waiting on the state to send me my new title so I can sell my Q.And then there's the emotional vs. practical conflict. I love my Q more than anything, but I simply cant afford to do chain guides this year.But a J30 would at least keep me partially satisfied until I bought another Q (94+) next year, and not have to risk blowing my Q engine and losing 3 grand.
-Jesda
Jesda wrote:Omar:
I got him down to $2300, it drives beautifully, looks great (http://q.spilky.com/j30). Problem is, I'm STILL waiting on the state to send me my new title so I can sell my Q.And then there's the emotional vs. practical conflict. I love my Q more than anything, but I simply cant afford to do chain guides this year.But a J30 would at least keep me partially satisfied until I bought another Q (94+) next year, and not have to risk blowing my Q engine and losing 3 grand.
-Jesda
Thats a smart way of thinking through things. Why dont get this J and keep it as a DD even when you get your Q?
I plan to get a Q sometime in the future when my budget isnt tight and am done with school. However, when I do, I will still keep my J (as long as I am able to do so financially). I love that car and its so fun to drive.
Sure its no Q, but you'll have fun with the J.
Good luck,
- Omar