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Old 06-21-2011, 07:06 AM   #1
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san rensho, you're on point. just got a call from the mechanic and he said it was the pump. He recommends oem only on this part because they're weak to begin with. Cost difference seems to be about $120 between oem and aftermarket. Is it worth saving $120 for aftermaket? He also recommended a new belt for $45.
Although it's a repair, I'm just glad it wasn't anything major.

How much is he charging you for labor?
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Old 06-21-2011, 07:09 AM   #2
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How much is he charging you for labor?
about $260 for labor. i think that's in par with most water pump replacements right?
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Old 06-21-2011, 07:13 AM   #3
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about $260 for labor. i think that's in par with most water pump replacements right?

Sounds fair.
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