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Originally Posted by bktfinest
I recently bought a 1988 Caprice Classic and was told I needed to have the carburetor rebuilt due to excessive tarnishing and extended crank concern. I was charged $545 for labor, $65 for the Carburetor Kit and $165 for parts.
I know nothing about vehicles but I am trying to learn.
Is this reasonable?
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to remove then rebuild install adjust this takes a good amount of time. I hope the person doing this is well schooled in this work.. if the carb works good and all the vac operated pull off are replaced this is a good price.
as with old obsolete equipment this does add to the cost..
I got 380K milles out of my 1983 Q JET. never had to rebuild it but then again NO ALCOHOL FUELS ...
I would use MMO marvel mystery oil to the fuel every time you fill it up.. place 2-3 OZ on the tank. this will keep the carb clean and protect from the alcohol issues;corrosion....that includes the metal fuel tank ..