Hey all,
I need to do the timing belt on Pearl (102k and there's no evidence that it's been done). I've read most all of the threads I could find on the subject and have Barts guide at the ready but I have a couple of un-answered questions;

1) If all of the pulley marks are lined up with the castings on the block is the engine at TDC? If not, how do you confirm that (other than pulling #1 plug to measure or the valve cover)?

2) It looks like the job can be done without having to remove the radiator or fan shield (obviously it will need to be drained and hoses removed). Is this true?

I've done timing belts (and a chain) before so I always think in terms of TDC when I'm doing the job.