1.5? no way. WIth air tools it takes me at least 4 hours. Granted, I'm far
from an expert, and I like to do the job carefully.
Removing the headbolts takes at least 20min, if done per Bentley. Pulling
the exhaust manifold, at least another 20. Right there you're pushing half
the allotted time; nevermind the timing belt, setting the car to TDC, valve
cover, draining various fluids. I could see a shop knocking it out in
~3hrs, but 1.5, no way. Why don't you have the manufacurer call the
dealiership for a surprise. HTH
Pat
From: "Bensinger, Greg" <[email protected]>
To: [email protected]
Subject: Estimate on Hours for R&R 16v head
Date: Thu, 30 Aug 2001 15:53:40 -0400
Hey all,
How many hours estimated for RRing a 16v head. I have a warranty on an
engine that needs to have the head removed and inspected. Supplier is
willing to pay reasonable labor costs for a garage to do the work. They
are
stating reasonable hrs as 1.5 hrs removal, the same to replace, total
3hrs!!! This engine is in a car, w/ AC. This seems pretty quick to me...I
haven't done this previous though....
Whaddaya think? BS.......?
Greg Bensinger
Mentor Graphics Consulting Group
2530 Meridian Parkway
Suite 135
Durham, NC 27713
Work: 919.484.2510
Fax : 919.484.2540
[email protected]
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