Like Darkdelta, I concur with his list. I just changed my timing belt as well, and I found that because I was still quite inexperienced in doing it, I over-analyzed too much information. Like you, I went to the 700-900 FAQ section and found a simple, complete set of step-by-step directions. I also agree with you about budgeting more time than you think you'll need. This aspect applies mostly to people like me who have only done a timing belt change once or twice. I ended up putting my belt on and taking it off twice before I got it done right - after going to the 700-900 FAQ section. I further agree that quality parts should be used for the timing belt change - not all timing belts and tensioner rollers are created equal, and poor parts can fail at the worst possible time and place (like 300 miles from home). Fortunately, I have not experienced this, but I have heard it enough to know that it ain't good. I keep an extra timing belt and accessory belts in my long-distance travel kit -just in case.

While struggling to get the timing belt over the roller, I found a way that was helpful to me. It may be useful to others as well. Caution: use this method at your own risk. My photobucket page has some stuff I have "discovered" while stumbling though my own Volvo repairs.

http://s1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa381/Swede-Steed/?action=view¤t=C-ClampTensionerSpringCompressor.jpg