VZ timing chain plus tensionor replace cost including labour?

[torana355]

My car has always made a rattle on startup but it has gotten quite bad and i think its time to get it fixed, anyone had this done and how much did it cost you? under 1000?

[Sabbath']

My car has always made a rattle on startup but it has gotten quite bad and i think its time to get it fixed, anyone had this done and how much did it cost you? under 1000?

You would probably be looking at somewhere near 8 hours labour, plus parts.

So possibly $1600

Based on a labour rate of $100/hour and estimated parts cost of $800 for chains, tensioners and gaskets and sealants?

But of course that would vary depending on workshop quote rates, and part prices.

[torana355]

You would probably be looking at somewhere near 8 hours labour, plus parts.

So possibly $1600

Based on a labour rate of $100/hour and estimated parts cost of $800 for chains, tensioners and gaskets and sealants?

But of course that would vary depending on workshop quote rates, and part prices.

My mechanic charges $60 an hour labor so that is about $500 labor, are the chains and tensioners really that expensive?

[muneey]

ebay is youre freind

[richardpalinkas]

ebay is not your friend in this situation, buy only genuine, its ur engine, dont be silly

[heyitsEnricoPallazzo]

ebay is not your friend in this situation, buy only genuine, its ur engine, dont be silly

Couldn't agree more. You will need to purchase from GMH directly.

You must also factor in the cost of all the sprockets.

[torana355]

Well it seems this is going to be an expensive exercise lol. Is there anything else i should change while the engine is opened up??

[heyitsEnricoPallazzo]

Well it seems this is going to be an expensive exercise lol. Is there anything else i should change while the engine is opened up??

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[spac1992]

go to holden ask them for a written quote with all the parts you need.

take the part numbers from the quote, search for them on GM Parts Direct and order!
you will find this is a LOT cheaper then holden but still genuine.

Espically with the current exchange rate.

Remember guys Its called GENERAL MOTORS Holden for a reason, these engines may be assembled in aus but the parts come from all over the globe.

[Saltyrodz]

Look up crazy Paul he is on other forums too he always quotes me very competitive prices and all original parts tell him saltyrodz from grrrr8 sent you.