Idler - Yeah that's a 30 minute fix at most. Either you must have a really bad idler or your state inspection is the pits <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/zombie.gif" alt="" />

Timing belt - there's guys here that have been there with the 3.0L. I'd change your thread subject to get some attention on it. I believe there may be a recall on the crankshaft pulley bolt.

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