Hi there
Can anyone give me an indication of how many mechanic hours it would take to replace 2 valves? I had a break down in my '84 LC, and was towed to a garage. This was 3 months ago. I've asked for estimates, and was told my the mechanic (who's a nice guy) that it was 2 valves and the little collars? But the garage owner didn't give me an estimate, return my calls or tell me anything. Now I've called and gone in for around the 10th time, and they say they don't have an invoice as the owner is away, but it's going to cost me around $2,500+.
Also, with this work done, is it like a recondition? Should they have done all the valves? I really love my old Cruiser and want to keep her, but have paid heaps for repairs over the two years I've had her, including: clutch, slave cylinders, radiator, auto electrics. I'm a bit nervous as I live alone and quite rural, so need a reliable vehicle.
Thanks. Jilli
Can anyone give me an indication of how many mechanic hours it would take to replace 2 valves? I had a break down in my '84 LC, and was towed to a garage. This was 3 months ago. I've asked for estimates, and was told my the mechanic (who's a nice guy) that it was 2 valves and the little collars? But the garage owner didn't give me an estimate, return my calls or tell me anything. Now I've called and gone in for around the 10th time, and they say they don't have an invoice as the owner is away, but it's going to cost me around $2,500+.
Also, with this work done, is it like a recondition? Should they have done all the valves? I really love my old Cruiser and want to keep her, but have paid heaps for repairs over the two years I've had her, including: clutch, slave cylinders, radiator, auto electrics. I'm a bit nervous as I live alone and quite rural, so need a reliable vehicle.
Thanks. Jilli