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MacXC60T5
Sunday 20th February 2011, 15:52
My 2005 V70 T5 is now 6 years old, but has only covered 33k miles. I believe it now needs a cambelt change due to age together with tention pulleys. How much is this going to cost at a Volvo dealer (will call on Monday) and is it neccessary with only 33k miles, don't mind paying if it needs it. Car has never been driven hard with no tuning etc. Is it better to be safe than sorry. Car was serviced October 2010. All help and advice appreciated.
graemewelch
Sunday 20th February 2011, 16:17
i dont know the answer but i also need to find out what milage the belt should be changed
JelT5
Sunday 20th February 2011, 16:36
I've been told between 6-8 years and/or around 60k miles. Only had mine done by an indy in the past and under £250, so I'd imagine you'd pay a bit more at a stealer.
Better safe than sorry, bent valves will be pricey. Due to get mine done soon too.
v70torslanda
Sunday 20th February 2011, 20:41
Depending on who you speak to it's either 80k or 100k. The car is not known for timing belt failure, if they were plod wouldn't use them.

In your case I would consider having it done at or before it's 7th birthday since there's no chance of it making 'average' miles and since there would only be you picking up the bill if it went bang, better safe than sorry.

A good independant will do at least as good a job as the dealer for less money.
andyb1375
Monday 21st February 2011, 06:54
hi.2005 MY is belt and tensioners at 108k or 10 years. If for piece of mind you want it done and fancy a day out in Norfolk I will gladly replace it for the cost of parts ! about £80, However you still have another 5 years to go.

Andy
MacXC60T5
Saturday 26th February 2011, 10:57
hi.2005 MY is belt and tensioners at 108k or 10 years. If for piece of mind you want it done and fancy a day out in Norfolk I will gladly replace it for the cost of parts ! about £80, However you still have another 5 years to go.

Andy

Sorry not to respond more quickly. Thanks for the very kind offer. I am leaving it until October.
andyb1375
Sunday 27th February 2011, 09:51
Sorry not to respond more quickly. Thanks for the very kind offer. I am leaving it until October.

No worries mate. Its a open offer!!