Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 97 1.25 how much for a cambelt change ?

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Wed 8 Oct 2008 20:17
97 1.25 how much for a cambelt change ? - Rattle
Seen a good low milleage Fiesta 1.25 Zetec as I need a second car, its done 34,000 miles and its never had a cambelt change. Obviously its 11 years old so this will need doing. How much is likely to cost? I am going to offer £500 for the car.

Thanks.

PS I live in Manchester if that helps.

Edited by Pugugly on 08/10/2008 at 23:03

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Fri 10 Oct 2008 00:23
97 1.25 how much for a cambelt change ? - Roland T
I have a '96 1.25 Fiesta and it cost me £140 to have the belt and tensioner done but that was about 18 months ago. I haven't been to Manchester for about 3 months but I think that's about 100 pies, if that helps. Sorry if my conversion factor is wrong due to the current financial crisis.
The original belt was in great condition after 97K and looked like it would have soldiered on for ages but it's just not worth the risk.......
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Fri 10 Oct 2008 00:42
97 1.25 how much for a cambelt change ? - DP
It's not a bad job and most indies should be able to do it for £150 or so.
The nice thing on these engines is the water pump is not cambelt driven, so you don't have the dilemma of whether to change that as well.
To be honest, it's a doddle DIY, but you need a timing pin kit to set no1 cylinder at TDC and to ensure the cams are in the right position.

Cheers
DP
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