Should I have the timing and drive belt changed

2005 LEXUS LS 430
94,000 MILES
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REBOB
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The dealer states we should change both, as it is cheaper to go ahead and change the drive belt at the same time. The quote is $519.00. Can you tell if both belts are bad, as in stretched or ragged? Should both be changed? Is the price reasonable for the Owensboro, KY area? Thank you, ReBob
Oct 22, 2011 at 5:53 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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You can press in the middle of the longest run between drive pulleys on the accessory drive belt. It shouldn't deflect more than half an inch. You can also twist the belt. It shouldn't go more than halfway.
Oct 26, 2011 at 5:43 AM
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