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Old Feb 25, 2012 | 08:14 PM
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timing kit & headstud labor cost

What should the normal labor$/hours be for this job...just the labor, I have the parts...complete timing kit install plus water pump Gsc s2 cams, gsc beehive springs, retainers, chromoly seats, head gasket and head studs. I own an evo 9 gsr in the tristate area..thanks

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Old Feb 25, 2012 | 08:28 PM
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not sure how far away STM is from your area but should hit them up. they will take care of you. sorry if its not the answer you were looking for
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Old Feb 25, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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I used different brand of parts but for Gsc s2 cams, gsc beehive springs, retainers around $650
complete timing kit install with out water pump $330
Thats about what i paid for labor on getting these replaced except for the belts thats the price of the belts and labor but I'm in CA.
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Old Feb 25, 2012 | 09:13 PM
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Old Feb 26, 2012 | 09:26 AM
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I got a quote from a local evo shop...$350 for the timing kit/water pump install and $600 for the cams, springs/retainers, head gasket and head stud install...install on all parts are being done at the same time.does this sound right? A couple of friends say that this is too much.
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Old Feb 26, 2012 | 09:33 AM
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That sounds about right. When you take into account the amount of time needed to do the work and the amount that needs to be charged for the shop to stay in business the numbers are not outrageous.
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Old Feb 27, 2012 | 06:57 AM
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That sounds like a steal to me. I would go with it unless you get a better estimate from another shop.
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Old Feb 27, 2012 | 09:03 AM
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That sounds like a steal to me. I would go with it unless you get a better estimate from another shop.
This. A head gasket job alone will normally run you $500 in labor.
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 04:23 PM
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my final price was quoted at $700 labor for complete timing kit/water pump/updated mitsu bracket and s2 cams, springs,retainers and head studs...how does that sound..i think its pretty good
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 04:31 PM
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Sounds good to me. Don't forget the tune.
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 04:38 PM
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Add a tune on top of that. That seems like a good quote. Where are you in NY? I suggest going to an evo specific performance shop, even for routine work. Car specific shops will be more efficient and be able to identify and address any issues appropriately.

P.S. I recommend STM anyday
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 06:05 PM
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Thats a great price. Mine was 400 for timing belt/water pump job.
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 06:13 PM
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That seems a little too good , do they do much turbo cars?
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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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yeah its a very reputable shop...its actually one of my boys shop...and its a hook up and all they do is evos and subbys...i had my exedy twin installed there in 4.5 hrs..i would name the shop but i dont think they want me to list the prices they gave me
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Old Jan 6, 2013 | 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by MRivera78
yeah its a very reputable shop...its actually one of my boys shop...and its a hook up and all they do is evos and subbys...i had my exedy twin installed there in 4.5 hrs..i would name the shop but i dont think they want me to list the prices they gave me
mind sending me a pm of this shop? thanks
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