VZ V8 starter motor

[Nay.78]

Hi there

I've just had the delight of being stranded after my starter motor decided to die on me.
Just wondering if $450 is an average price for and after market brand new part plus labour for my VZ SS V8
Or am I getting the damsel in distress price??

 

[Darcon666]

LS1/5.7ltr = $235+ fitting/labour
LS2/6.0ltr = $245+ fitting/labour

 

[loopie]

ebay $120 and up

 

[shaness8]

what's the difference between LS1, LS2

 

[Rhin0o8]

what's the difference between LS1, LS2

Possibly a different mounting position

 

[Rhin0o8]

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[Mattde]

I just today got quoted $450 to have mine changed in my VZ too. apparently its 4 hours labour.
Still seems a little steep though!
Is it easy enough to DIY for someone who isn't a complete Revhead?

 

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

4 hours to change a starter motor? Can do it in 1. Unbolt the starter form underneath, remove the wiring, unbolt the RH exhaust manifold off the head, lever it up a bit. manouvre the starter out.

Much easier than removing the RH engine pipe and disconnecting the steering linkage.

Oh, and disconnect the battery first.

 

[Fishneck]

4 hours to change a starter motor? Can do it in 1. Unbolt the starter form underneath, remove the wiring, unbolt the RH exhaust manifold off the head, lever it up a bit. manouvre the starter out.

Much easier than removing the RH engine pipe and disconnecting the steering linkage.

Oh, and disconnect the battery first.

This vz v8

 

[bluehighway]

Dont forget to put the heat shield back on.... ...I went genuine for the starter , not a job I want to have to do again.