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Enthusiast ![]() Joined Jan 12, '03 Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) ![]() |
OMG. My mechanic (not dealer) just said it took 4 Hours to install all 4 springs and struts. At about $80 hourly rate - that comes to $320 for just install. I supplied the teins and kybs. WTF? I thought this takes 2 hours to do.
Also charged me 1 hour to replace spark plugs and fuel filter. Plus 1/2 hour labor to install both rear bushings. He had to order bushing from dealer at cost of $40 total. Ive been going to this guy for years. Well, last time. I feel this is too much. Maybe Im wrong. But for a 12year old car - paying $634 is not worth it to me. Now, I do the basics myself. Oil changes, battery replacements, filters, wipers, bulbs. I did do brakes once - but turned into a project on my old subaru. I think Im going to invest in a lift at this point. This post has been edited by nitemare: Feb 23, 2007 - 10:41 AM |
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Enthusiast ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Joined Jun 25, '05 From Fort Wayne, IN Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) ![]() |
That's probably a book time. I did springs (which necessitates shock removal) in my driveway in about 2 hours.
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