So I took my car in at 101 000KM and had the time belt changed out. Here is a run down of what all was done and what GM said I need the advice of the VERY knowledgeable members on here.

1. [water pump.] They couldn't change it because, "They have to remove the cams and the valve cover so I need cam seals and a valve cover gasket" Neither of which did I have. So we didn't change the water pump, they said " It's not leaking so it should be ok".

2. [Timing belt, tensioner pulley] these were actually installed on the car so thats cool. One problem though apparently the Idler pulley I had was the wrong one so the old one is still on there .

My question is about the water pump install do they really have to take that much of the motor apart? The mechanic said it would add another 2 hours but we had no seals and I have to have the car for a 600KM round trip this weekend.

I plan on having the water pump and the idler pulley replaced ASAP but want to know about the gasket and seal deal.

All help is GREATLY appreciated guys/Gals.