Re: Is this a rip-off?
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Originally Posted by Zandar
Okay, so I'm pretty decent with body repair prices, but I'm lost on mechanical. I took my pearlie to the mechanic for an oil leak and possibly some maintenence (it just capped 100k and I have no service records from the previous owner; I've had it since 96k). Here's what they would be doing:
Reseal the O-rings (I believe by the oil pump), cam seals, and valve cover seals
Replace the timing belt
Replace all the pulleys/idlers and such for the timing belt
Replace the water pump
All of the parts would be OEM or equivalent. The price including labour would be $1670. I dropped a load when I heard that, but it does seem like a bit of work.
Is that a fair price? Their labour rate is a little on the high side, but I know they do really good work. I would just try to do it myself, but I know a lot of this would be over my head.
Opinions, please! The wife has given me the go-ahead for it, but I don't like to waste my money any more than the next guy. I love my SVX and plan on keeping her for the rest of her natural life, but at the same time I don't want to spend $1670 just for piece of mind.
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This isnt over your head :P nothing really is if you have a set of instructions. This might help you some Save yourself about 1300$ It just take time and a clear mind
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1994 SVX L - FWD Barcelona Red 190K miles ~ SOLD
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1993 Justy 4wd 5door- Teal of sorts , beater.
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Last edited by Wikedjuggalo; 06-16-2008 at 01:53 PM.
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