1998 Honda Civic 1998 Honda Civic Timing Belt Change interv

200,012 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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98CIVICFOREVER
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Hello,
I have my timing belt change 50,000 miles ago of non
factory belt will it lasts same as factory timing belt.
Factory timing belt is 100k interval. Needs answers
ASAP.

Thanks a Bunch,

KL
Dec 27, 2008 at 12:11 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Non genuine engine timing belts should be just as durable as the factory issue, i use no genuine belts in my own business and have never had an issue with one, as long as you change the belt at its due mileage, you should be ok.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 27, 2008 at 12:30 PM
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