3SGuide

Dealers and shops usually charge $900-$1100 for the 60,000 or 120,000 mile service. For those of us who want to save a few hundred dollars in labor, here are a few links to get you on your way.

Recommended guides:

http://www.team3s.com/60k.htm

http://www.vr4stealth.com/60k-tune.htm

Quick tips:

• Label everything that comes out of the car
• Spray PB Blaster on troublesome bolts several hours before working on the car
• For your first time, expect to have to try a few times to get the timing belt on correctly
• Purchase your gaskets, filters, and fluids well in advance to avoid waits
• Use an air or electric impact wrench on the crank pulley bolt. You can purchase a heavy-duty electric one at Harbor Freight
• You can purchase the tensioner tool (socket wrench attachment) on eBay.Find it here:
  
  
  

Recommended Tools/Accessories to make the job easier:

• Kitty litter to absorb spilled fluids
• Paint marker
• 3SX Cam lockers (expensive)