Cambelt and water pump replacement

[jimka]

Went into a Volvo indi yesterday to get a quote on a cambelt replacement on my 97 V70R - I asked if they'd change the water pump as well and they said unless its leaking - they wouldn't recommend it. Out of all the T5's they've worked on - they rarely replacement them.

I'm quite happy to pay to have it done - but there's no point throwing money at it if its not a requirement. Does anyone know the truth on this?

Ta

Jim

[Redbrick]

Probably true as the replacement would be remanufactured. The one on your car, if showing no wear, would be better than one of those!

[jimka]

cheers for advice

[craigoodwood]

yeah i heard that too (after i had my belt and pump changed at volvo)....