Zog The Undeniable > wrote:

>zenmartini wrote:
>> I know the timing belt is supposed to be replaced at 60k. My 2000 is
>> at 75k but the belt is in good condition... no nicks etc. Money is
>> tight at the moment... how much longer can I go before this has to be
>> replaced... I know that I'll be stuck wherever I am but there is no
>> damage that can occur right?
>>
>The biggest risk is that it fails halfway through an overtaking
>manoeuvre. However, and for reasons I don't understand, the Miata/MX-5
>belts normally fail when the engine is first fired up.

The rubber is harder when the belt is cold?

Leon
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