TurboTJ
15+ Year Contributor
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- Apr 2, 2006
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Fort Collins,
Colorado
I just rebuilt my engine about 400 miles ago when i sprang an oil leak in the oil filter bracket causing oil to get on the timing belt. I am about to replace the bracket and the gasket and was wondering if the belt needs to be replaced too? I know that the OEM belts get weaker with oil but does kevlar behave the same way? Also, i didnt replace the tensioner when i did the belt. It seemed to be tight. Will this be ok for a few thousand miles until i have the time to replace it too? Thanks for the help.