C5 transmission question
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From: Dyer, IN
So that's hard to follow. There are 3 pages labeled "1".
One page has the trans rebuild at $2798, the other page shows transmission service for $3400. The parts to rebuilt the trans should be ~$800, you your case is good, right? They are charging $2000 labor to rebuild the trans? $250 for a cooler "hot flush". They still stuck you with a $160 diag fee even though you just had the balancer replaced. I assume their rate is $100/hr....and they have two mechs for the driveline R&R at just over 4 hours? They must think you are a whale, because they are trying to harpoon you.
One page has the trans rebuild at $2798, the other page shows transmission service for $3400. The parts to rebuilt the trans should be ~$800, you your case is good, right? They are charging $2000 labor to rebuild the trans? $250 for a cooler "hot flush". They still stuck you with a $160 diag fee even though you just had the balancer replaced. I assume their rate is $100/hr....and they have two mechs for the driveline R&R at just over 4 hours? They must think you are a whale, because they are trying to harpoon you.
Last edited by lucky131969; Jun 19, 2025 at 05:09 PM.
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So that's hard to follow. There are 3 pages labeled "1".
One page has the trans rebuild at $2798, the other page shows transmission service for $3400. The parts to rebuilt the trans should be ~$800, you your case is good, right? They are charging $2000 labor to rebuild the trans? $250 for a cooler "hot flush". They still stuck you with a $160 diag fee even though you just had the balancer replaced. I assume their rate is $100/hr....and they have two mechs for the driveline R&R at just over 4 hours? They must think you are a whale, because they are trying to harpoon you.
One page has the trans rebuild at $2798, the other page shows transmission service for $3400. The parts to rebuilt the trans should be ~$800, you your case is good, right? They are charging $2000 labor to rebuild the trans? $250 for a cooler "hot flush". They still stuck you with a $160 diag fee even though you just had the balancer replaced. I assume their rate is $100/hr....and they have two mechs for the driveline R&R at just over 4 hours? They must think you are a whale, because they are trying to harpoon you.
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From: Dyer, IN
sorry for the mix up. There are 2 quotes and 1 diagnostic report. The shop that did the balancer was a different shop that I’ve been using for a long time. Neighbor owns and runs it. Good guy. He thought it was possible the solenoid and wasn’t sure but recommended the transmission shop. He said they were really good.
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OP, your profile doesn't list your location. You may want to state your location. Local members here may be able to provide some very good info on shop competency and price. I don't like spending $$$$$ any more than the next guy. But I would rather pay a bit more if it translates into better parts/labor. My 02. You can also post your needs in the regional section. Good luck to you....
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OP, your profile doesn't list your location. You may want to state your location. Local members here may be able to provide some very good info on shop competency and price. I don't like spending $$$$$ any more than the next guy. But I would rather pay a bit more if it translates into better parts/labor. My 02. You can also post your needs in the regional section. Good luck to you....
