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Aug 9, 2007 | 08:31 PM

jrprich

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Fluid change

Wondering what type of cost I would be looking at to have the following fluids changed at a dealer or shop.

Coolant
Auto Trans
Rear Diff

I know the do it yourselfers will say, easy jobs.........not so easy with double back surgeries and no lift.....so spare me the flames please

Aug 9, 2007 | 09:29 PM

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I paid $43 for the dealer to change my coolant. My best guess for all three would be somewhere between $150 and $200, depending on what your labor rates are in your locale.

Aug 9, 2007 | 09:47 PM

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I purchased my own dif and trans fluid (MN6) and a local garage changed the fluids for me for $40; I tipped the tech an extra $10. The fluid, Royal Purple, ran me another $30-40 at Pet Boys. Don't know if I saved any money but at least I knew what product was being put in my Vette.

Aug 10, 2007 | 12:52 PM

jrprich

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Local Dealer quote was

COOLANT $125

AUTO TRANS $175

REAR DIFF $180

Aug 10, 2007 | 01:59 PM

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Would you get a nice kiss after that screwin'? Start looking for a shop that is owner operated and specializes in high end cars.

Aug 10, 2007 | 02:07 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jrprich

Local Dealer quote was

COOLANT $125

AUTO TRANS $175

REAR DIFF $180

Thats nuts, and why would it cost more for the rear end than the tranny?

Aug 10, 2007 | 02:29 PM

jovette

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Local Chevrolet Dealer quoted these to me:

Coolant Flush $125

Auto Trans Flush & Filter $180

Differential Service $115

Aug 10, 2007 | 03:53 PM

supergee

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I was just quoted $250 + Fluids (I'm using Amsoil oils and Motul brake fluid) for changing ALL the fluids in my FRC. The shop I use charges $50/hr and both the owners and the mechanics all own Vettes. Also, I have a MN6, so its gonna be a little more expensive to have the Auto done.