dmarkshark

Took my car in to a Corvette specialist today with a $2600 estimate.
A seal in the tranny ( A4, its been leaking ), new tranny filter, replace the harmonic balancer and seal (leak), replace the upper and lower oil pan gaskets ( leaking). I think they are all pretty labor intensive, but does this sound like a fair price? The leaks are all legit. Not complaining, just asking the more experienced people here?

racebum

you would have to break down the hours and the $ per hour the shop charges.

you may consider doing more if you're that deep honestly.

dmarkshark

What do you mean by more?

got-20z

More "preventive" maintenance while everything is torn apart is what I take from it.

xzo124

Try the boys at 21st Century in Addison ....xzo

85corvettec4

do it yourself. save yourself thousands and get a great learning experience look through guides and info online and gauge the complexity of the task.

dmarkshark

There are a lot of things I am comfortable doing on this car, and while this may be doable for a lot of you, at this stage in my life ( 60 +), I don't mind supporting others since I can afford it and the learning experience is not that important to me as I have other hobbies I enjoy as well, but thanks.

85corvettec4

my apologies i meant nothing by it

racebum

if the trans is out, the rear main seal is cheap. your driveline couplers should be inspected and replaced if cracks are found

all the 3 seals on your rear end should be changed

this stuff adds very little time to the job when the car is all apart

dmarkshark

Thanks all, i knew there would be a few things
I could have done at this point, just needed
Some expert advice! Great forum!

dmarkshark

88 corvetteC4, no offense taken. Its not a bad response , just one that I can't use.
Thanks

RedZMonte

sounds a little steep to me.. might want to check around with other trust worthy shops. there are a few good vette shops in TX. maybe others here might be able to chime in or post for "Repair shop recommendation in TX" and see who replys.

S

old stingray

blpierce1949

Took my 04 Coupe to local Chevy Dealer for the same work. Price tag is $2100...labor was majority of cost as the entire rear end has to be dropped. Having them replace all seals.... mileage = 49500. To much work for this 'shade tree mechanic'.