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Old 07-04-2007, 11:01 AM   #11
Jack B

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Default Re: Labor cost for removing/reinstalling Heads

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Originally Posted by SEASNAKE View Post
That's way to much time for the heads (If you're only doing heads that is). No thermostat change, cam, etc.? With a decent set of air tools and a lift, the heads can be off and reinstalled in less than 6 hours. Assuming the tech is familiar with Vipers...

The headers can indeed be more of a hastle. Can the tech weld and do they have welding equipment in house? Headers are much easier to get in place when the heads are off! 8 Hours is not unreasonable to get the headers installed.
Dan may have been a bit high on the hours - but I sure would prefer a car done his way versus your six hours to completion. I have done it multiple times, have a lift and have air tools and there is no way to do a GOOD job from off-to-on in six hours.
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