Re: Fair price???

Posted by sgtslag on Feb 06, 2012; 4:40am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/Fair-price-tp3718612p3718835.html

The local rate, in SE Minnesota, is $85/hour + parts.  Replacing piston rings means engine removal, and a fair amount of tear-down.  I would guess around 4-6 hours of labor, maybe more.  Ask him for an estimate.  Ask other shops for an estimate, time-wise.  Ask what parts they recommend be replaced, as long as they're in there.  Obviously, a new header gasket, but perhaps new shims, if that year's engine uses them.  It would be a good time to check the condition of the cam chain, sprockets, and its tensioner.  Best of luck!  Cheers!