Dealer quotes a Akebono BBK install

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Old 04-15-2011, 10:00 PM
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Dealer quotes a Akebono BBK install

So I get a call back today from a local I dealer for an Akebono BBK install.

$2550 parts and labor.

The parts can be purchased for $1550 from Concept Z.

$1000 for labor seems very high to me.

Am I off base here?

Thanks.
Old 04-15-2011, 10:43 PM
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1000 is nuckin futs. Friend of a friend who works at Goodyear did mine, with brake fluid flush, for 150.
Old 04-16-2011, 02:51 AM
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do it yourself! dealer is a stealer!
Old 04-16-2011, 03:00 AM
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That's crazy! The install really isn't much.

...although saying "$1000" labor isn't necessarily accurate unless they gave it to you in writing, but sounds like your comparing to the other source you quoted. That $1550 kit you saw online, is just that, online. The dealer is probably charging you $2000++ on the parts. Ask them to break down the quote.
Old 04-16-2011, 08:57 AM
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I'll get the breakdown in writing on Monday.

I'm just afraid to let some hack do it and then have problems down the road.

I need a good installed in the NY metro area that can do exhaust, bars, brakes etc......

Anyone?
Old 04-16-2011, 09:23 AM
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Thats rediculous. Thats about 10hrs of labor roughly. Either negotiate with them or find another shop.
Old 04-16-2011, 09:33 AM
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chiki wawa!! 1k for BBK installation?

people pay 1k for body kit installation plus paint plus mold and still have some left to put back to pocket..
Old 04-16-2011, 11:28 AM
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It isn't that hard to unbolt calipers, put on rotors and bleed. Only thing on the rear is you might have to trim the splash shield on the X. I could do all that minus the trimming in probably 3 hrs.
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no way you should pay a dime over $500 for install.
Old 04-25-2011, 05:48 PM
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The Stealership is trying to Rip you off as usual! Even $500 is high! At most 2 hrs labor & thats pushing it. If you dont feel comfortable doing it yourself then find a good local shop. Search the forum for others in your area who might be able to help you out or refer you to a shop. Since these are brand new assemble them yourself before you go in. Bring your own fluid & you should be good to go. I never go the stealership unless its warranty work.
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Where are you located? I might be able to help..
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Bergen County, NJ
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^ I'm around Freehold TWP. I may be able to help you install for $
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Damn, your all the way up North. You might be better off contacting Konrad on g35nyc.com
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