100Km Service Quick Question!

[Mr R32 GTS-T]

Dear All,

How long (in hours) is expected to change/perform the following... i've been doing some research and just want to know if the mechanics are quoting way too long to do things. I find in this day and age everyone is out there to steal a buck, and I dont feel like getting robbed. Im after how long in labour and how much is the general charge per hour. I've been quoted so far 6 hours at $115.00 per hour??

• 1 x Genuine Nissan, Water Pump
  
• 1 x Genuine Nissan, Timing Belt
  
• 1 x Genuine Nissan Cam & Front Crank Seal Set
  
• 1 x Genuine Nissan Tensioner Bearing Spring
  
• 1 x NSK Timing Belt Idler Bearing (Nissan OEM)
  
• 1 x NSK Timing Belt Tensioner Bearing (Nissan OEM) ($415.00 all of the above)
  
• 1 x Clutch Release / Throw-Out Bearing - Genuine Nissan - Skyline R32 GTR (02/1993 - On), R33 GTR & R34 GTR / 25GT-t – Nissan Part No - 30502-12U00 ($65.00)
  

Is there any other parts I should be sourcing for this service whilst its getting done. Should I also look at replacing the ancillary belts as well.

Genuine Nissan Ancillary Drive Belt Set (Water Pump/Alternator, Power Steering & Air-Conditioning) $130.00.

All prices quoted from Kudos for the parts.

Regards

[boostn0199]

6 hours including removing the box to is very good for a mechanic quote. Most would charge you prob double that labour time.

[Huskyfecker]

Yeah I was charged 3 and a half hours for just the timing belt kit and water pump. I think that looks to be about right!

[Moodles2]

Getting the balancer and it's bolt off is where someone inexperienced with doing a timing belt on a RB is going to get stuck and consume most of the time.

[Missileman]

I found getting the H-balancer back on at the correct torque setting the difficult part, can't believe Nissan charge $200 for the ring gear stopper.

[Pezhead]

Wanna see the mother of all Harmonic Balancer stories! Behold my battle began 3 weeks ago and still don't have the oil pump off to do the front seal.

This should scare you into bringing it to a shop. $700 would have been a bargain for me!

https://vimeo.com/48171832

[Mr R32 GTS-T]

Eric i died when i watched your video.....................patience is with you my friend.

Not to confuse anyone, the 6 hours i was qutoed was just for the 100kms service only.....doesnt include doing the thrust bearing..... I'm going to confirm this and will report back.

I just thought with so many mechanics and so many experienced members on SAU surely we can work out for those who arent as mechancially minded or are time poor (as for myself) what is a rough guide for major servicing and the big ticket items, eg: remove and refit engine, remove and refit gearbox etc........

Thanks to all those who replied so far...

Chris.

[Mr R32 GTS-T]

Just to keep you all updated....

Its like an email asking for a quote with some detailed isnt something most mechanics are used. I have emailed most of the shops talked about on this thread, disappointingly two of which i am a prior customer spending big bucks.......... Others i have emailed, and im yet to receive a response. Out of five high end workshops in Western Sydney i have received 2 replies.

Anyway, if i get more detail will again post what i find out.

I think we need a SAU workshop that supplies parts, fitting and repairs etc in the one location in Western Sydney lol.