Any L781 Deutz engine timing belt failures??

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Carolinafun

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Nov 24, 2022
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I bought a clean L781 with Deutz engine and 2987 hours. I dont know if the timing belt has been changed. Are belt failures common?
 

scottster

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My Gehl 1999- 6635SXT with the oil cooled Duetz turbo 80hp has a timing belt. I changed it at 2200 hrs. The engine is interference, meaning it will bend a valve if belt breaks. Was under $100 for belt kit and came with the tensioner tool.
 

Jim A

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Change belt asap. My JLG boom lift ruined motor from belt failure.
bad Design .
 
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