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09-21-2018, 04:58 AM | #1 |
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Valve cover question
I just had the valve cover replaced on my 07 335i. FYI for comparison purposes, my indy charged me $1400 (parts, labour, shop supplies and tax). The cover itself was over $600. I know the PCV system is integrated into the cover but is the PCV valve itself included with the new cover or would I need to purchase one separately? Online images show that it might be included. Not sure.
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I get that indies are entitled to a reasonable markup for parts, but the LIST cost for an OEM valve cover is $526 and you can easily find them for well under $400. Your indy's markup is insane if they charged you over $600. I'd find a new shop.
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PCV is built into the new cover. I agree $1,400 is high but that's what my indy quoted me too. It's not that bad of a job if you haven't done it yet. Less frustrating than the OFHG was for me.
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Any comments from the Great White North? Edit: I also want to add that I had the car in a few days before to get the problem diagnosed. I would expect to compensate the garage for that. Last edited by Built My Way; 09-22-2018 at 04:11 AM.. |
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