Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

Cam Belt

jamboken77
jamboken77
in Ford Focus Club

Featured Replies

Hello,

How much should I expect to pay for a new cam belt fitted for a Focus 01 1.8 LX?

I've been quoted £269 but this seems excessive. It has 100k miles on it hence the new cam belt.

I'm in the Nottingham area so if anyone can recommend somewhere to go to get the work done then that would be great.

Cheers

  • Quote


    Hello,

    How much should I expect to pay for a new cam belt fitted for a Focus 01 1.8 LX?

    I've been quoted £269 but this seems excessive. It has 100k miles on it hence the new cam belt.

    I'm in the Nottingham area so if anyone can recommend somewhere to go to get the work done then that would be great.

    Cheers

    well i was qouted 220 inc vat and parts for a timing belt and tensioner replacement as well as the fan belt thats from my local ford dealer

  • Quote
    • Author

    well i was qouted 220 inc vat and parts for a timing belt and tensioner replacement as well as the fan belt thats from my local ford dealer

    Wow that's good! I've now been quoted £160 from another garage, which almost seems too cheap..... hmmm. Thanks for your reply.

  • Quote

    Wow that's good! I've now been quoted £160 from another garage, which almost seems too cheap..... hmmm. Thanks for your reply.

    i've just paid £200 for mine

  • Quote

    hi seems abit pricey to me i've just paid £200

  • Quote
    • Author

    hi seems abit pricey to me i've just paid £200

    I'm not really up on all the lingo, so what does it mean when they say 'do you want the timing kit with that', is it necessary and should it add a lot more to the price.

    All confusing and my car is on 100k and I'm sweating on it not destroying my engine.

  • Quote

    I'm not really up on all the lingo, so what does it mean when they say 'do you want the timing kit with that', is it necessary and should it add a lot more to the price.

    All confusing and my car is on 100k and I'm sweating on it not destroying my engine.

    never go for anything less than a timing belt kit, this includes the belt and tensioner.

    it would be worthwhile replacing the alternator belt while you are there, this needs to come off to do the timing belt so wont add any more cost to the labour.

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026) We hope this email finds you well and enjoying your week. As always, our forum has been buzzing with activity, so we’ve compiled the highlights for you. Plenty of interesting discussions are taking place, especially around the Ford Focus and Fiesta models. Starting off with the Focus, many members have been discussing issues with the Emergency Call System, particularly in the Mk4 model. PLB raised concerns about persistent malfunctions, a se
      Steve
      Steve
      • 179 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.