I pulled my old radiator out of my 1989 FJ-62 and put in a replacement radiator. What is the standard "labor" or "shop rate" on this type of job? I am excluding any parts (etc.) in the price. I am curious on what I saved in doing it myself because I had to dismantle several pieces of the front end to get the job done. By the way, I got lots of great advice on how to do this project, but I did not have to "cut" the fan shroud. Although it was difficult, I was able to get the radiator in and out without making the cut as some have suggested. Thanks.
shop rates for FJ-62
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Most mechanics around here are in the $80/hour range.
The shop I use runs $90/hr. They don't charge me that but that's their going rate...
Most shops use a book or database to quote hrs. required on a job. Say it's a 3.5 hr job - a decent mechanic familiar with the vehicle will routinely get it done quicker which is one way they make their money.
Dunbar
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You missed the point entirely on cutting the fan shroud. While you were replacing the radiator you had a great oportunity to cut it horizontally in half.
What this would have done is make it much easier for you to replace your water pump when it goes out in a few thousand miles.
Or when you adjust your belts or replace the alternator etc.
If you had cut the fan shroud these jobs would be way easier to accomplish. I know as I have done all 3 jobs with the shroud in tack and with it cut.
Dunbar
What this would have done is make it much easier for you to replace your water pump when it goes out in a few thousand miles.
Or when you adjust your belts or replace the alternator etc.
If you had cut the fan shroud these jobs would be way easier to accomplish. I know as I have done all 3 jobs with the shroud in tack and with it cut.
Dunbar
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