I'm about to have my timing belt replaced and after looking at the configuration and location of the water pump, I just don't see where or how it would cause the timing belt to slip unless it (the water pump) was just plastered. And if it was leaking that bad, wouldn't I know it before it was so bad that it caused slipping of the timing belt.
Seems like an un necessary expense if my water pump is perfectly fine. I can get the timing belt replaced parts and labor for around 220....but add the water pump and it jumps up to almost 400 dollars. Seems like a rip off .
So, how many of you guys have actually had experience with the water pump causing the timing belt to go out? Thanks in advance.