1994 Honda Accord Seals and Timing Belt

SSAURO1

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1994 HONDA ACCORD
4 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
186,000 MILES

My Accord EX has a fairly major leak. I believe I need to have the seals replace and I am also due to have the timing belt replaced. TOTALLY BALLPARK, how much will getting these done together cost? Again, I know you can't give me an actual cost just an "about' figure. If I have to, I'll bring it to a mechanic.I hesitate right now because mine moved and I haven't had a reason to find a new one yet. Now is the time so I will if I need to. Thank you for your time and expertise!

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JAMES W.

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Do you know which seals are supposed to be leaking? With 186K I'm assuming the front an rear. Please advise.

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Thursday, November 6th, 2008 AT 11:59 AM

SSAURO1

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Sorry - I didn't mention oil at all did I? Anyway, I'm not positive on that.I can just tell you that it just leaks out of there like crazy- whenever I park, theres a huge pool under the engine area. But let's just go with worst case scenario. That's usually how it works! It's actually an excellent car, but with that many miles.
Thanks again.

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Thursday, November 6th, 2008 AT 12:04 PM

JAMES W.

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"If", and I mean if the oil leak is something simple like the valve cover gasket, you could probably get it and the timing belt changed for $250 to $350, depending on where you take it for repairs. "If", again, it, s the front, rear or both main seals it's a whole different ball game. You're looking at between $500 and $1000. In doing this you may stop or at least slow down the leaks but, you will still have a motor with almost 200K on it. You may want to consider, and the car would have to be in "really" nice shape, a low mileage used or a rebuilt "long block" motor or having yours rebuilt. There, you would have to drive the car for a long time to get your investment back. Then again, how strong is the transmission or what else would fail down the road? It's a tough call and I would sure get some prices on the above, then decide. Hope this helps.

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Thursday, November 6th, 2008 AT 3:12 PM

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Yes, that's extremely helpful! I had figured it as the worst case and looking at about the $1000.00 mark. It is in excellent shape - no rust or dents, the interior is nearly perfect all major maintenance has been kept up and the oil's been changed regularly. I drive it cross country a couple times a year and I plan on keeping it for as long as possible. I've driven most of my last 3 cars to the 275,000 mark at least. I can't believe this is the first time I've had this particular problem so thank you so much for the information and thanks again for your time!

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Thursday, November 6th, 2008 AT 3:22 PM

JAMES W.