Cambelt

[Proff_CUPRA 180]

Alrite lads, got a letter through the door today about my Cupra needing a Cambelt change (std stealership letter), saying that its needs renewal. I know its every 4 years or so but my cars only done 30,000 miles, any advice on whether i should change it a.s.a.p or not?? I was thinking bout having it done at the end of the year anyway but im kinda worrid now lol.

 

[Ric 2001]

Check it over, if it's cracking, get it changed.

I think that it'll degrade the same amount over time, regardless of mileage (within reason)

 

[Altech]

Cambelts don't always show signs of degradation.

You should really think about getting it replaced soon. It may cost a fair bit to have it replaced, but it's a lot cheaper than a engine rebuild if it did snap! Plus you'll have the piece of mind that you're not playing the cambelt lottery anymore..

 

[Seat Adam]

Apparently the life of a cam belt is reduced when you're sat in traffic a lot. Also if you do a lot of small journeys. I would get it done just so you don't have an expensive engine rebuild. Not only that, it has got a 4 year life as it breaks down over time.

 

[kriso]

Get it done mate, I got mine done at 4 years and had only done 26,000 miles. It's not just the belt...it's the tensioners, idler pulleys and water pump and you don't want any of them to fail!

 

[beezanick]

Get it changed, its better safe than sorry - and could save you money in the long run

 

[Proff_CUPRA 180]

Cheers lads, i have been quoted 295.00 inc vat from the stealers, a special offer apparently? Needs a service too so gonna cost me 500 all together (ouch). Could anyone recommended another VAG specialist in the area who may do this cheaper??

 

[evo2345]

Cheers lads, i have been quoted 295.00 inc vat from the stealers, a special offer apparently? Needs a service too so gonna cost me 500 all together (ouch). Could anyone recommended another VAG specialist in the area who may do this cheaper??

I had mine done at Midland VW norton canes, I think i payed around £350-400 for 50,000 mile service, cambelt change and new water pump.

 

[Aimez]

Agree with above, not got a cupra but got mine done a few months ago and I have done 38k on a 54 plate, and what about alright ladies as well as lads?!

 

[gus]

try leicester seat they were cheaper than my local delaer by £45, you could also try this company as i use the called volks 02476 676407.. give them a try matey

 

[Ol' Timer]

Cheers lads, i have been quoted 295.00 inc vat from the stealers, a special offer apparently? Needs a service too so gonna cost me 500 all together (ouch). Could anyone recommended another VAG specialist in the area who may do this cheaper??

That's a coincidence. I received the mailer too and got a quote from my local dealer for £295, including a special offer of a free wash and vacuum, courtesy car, vehicle health check and identification and completion of any manufacturer safety actions. I am getting it done next week as I have been pretty satisfied with the service I have had from them so far. My car is coming up to 40,000 miles and five years old. I believe it originally used to be five years for the cam belt change.

 

[RUM4MO]

That's a coincidence. I received the mailer too and got a quote from my local dealer for £295, including a special offer of a free wash and vacuum, courtesy car, vehicle health check and identification and completion of any manufacturer safety actions. I am getting it done next week as I have been pretty satisfied with the service I have had from them so far. My car is coming up to 40,000 miles and five years old. I believe it originally used to be five years for the cam belt change.

Ha ha, you will probably also get a trade-in price on it as well, smart marketing!

But at 4 years or 60,000 miles, this job really needs doing anyway FULL STOP (the cambelt kit etc I mean not the trade-in!!)

 

[mymorph]

i can second midland vw - cheaper than the dealer. had mine changed at 60k @ 5yrs. also had the water pump done as i didnt know at the time if i should or not. and worse i dont know if they fitted a plastic or metal one.