Autotechpat & bretb thank you guys for your feed back, the teeth did not break off but they do have some marking where it must of rubbed on something closest to it would be the spring bracket close to the tensioner.
The mechanic wants me to exercise the manufactures warranty as he knows I have bought the Kit from online. He did mention who is going to pay for it. The car was working ok prior changing the kit although it was due for a change, ticking noise and mileage.
Should the mechanic re-align the existing 2 months old belt or should I purchase another one? So far it has cost me $600 and the car is still off the road. How could I tell the mechanic it is his fault when I'm not qualified to make such a judgement or should I get another mechanic involved for confirmation?
What do you think?
Thanks
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As far as timing belts go this is actually a simple belt to change and fortunately no damage has occurred to the engine. I would not reuse the belt that may have been "loose". A new timing belt is cheap insurance. I have been a technician since fro many years and would be the first to think "oh this could be my fault" until I see the car and prove its not, your mechanic seems to think it could be nothing at all possible to do with his work, I've worked with guys like that. Its a simple job let him finish the timing belt and get recommendations from friends with a similar car for a technician or independent Toyota repair shop for your next repairs.
Thank you Autotechpat good call