Will a cambelt fitted to a Vauxhall vectra 2.2 ltr petrol engine last to 80,000 miles as stated in Vauxhall service manuel or will the roller and belt go bang b4 it has done the distance or 10yr time. Vehicle has been regularly serviced by Vauxhall dealership. What has been your experiance? given that you are at the sharp end.

A Duggan, August 2008

Ive seen belts go at anywhere from 40k upwards for a wide variety of reasons mostle caused by ancillary componants,ie tensioner idler pullys,oils starvation you name it,including speed bumps and bump starting.Given the cost invloved i recomend intervals of no more than 4 years or40k.That may sound like a con to you but i make a hell of a lot more money out of you if it snaps.The best advice for longevity is top quality belts,renew all rotating parts associated and adjusted using correct messuring equipment to assess/adjust tension

caine, August 2008