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You should know that the 1500 engine hour Volvo Penta timing belt replacement cannot be
trusted. My port side D3 200 failed at 1350 hours. The cause was a failed timing belt tensioner which allowed the cogged belt to slip. If you do not know the difference between a timing belt and chain or...