> I took her to the mechanic today. It's a blown catalytic > converter, and o2 sensor. He wants to charge me $987 to > repair it. Seems way to high, but he says it's becuase > converters for 83s' are hard to find. Any thoughts?
New cat converter: $99. New 02 sensor: $29. Finding a mechanic who doesn't charge you $987 for $130 worth of parts and two hours labor: Priceless. :-) http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=22918 http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=11027 - Ron Salmon The Bus Depot, Inc. www.busdepot.com (215) 234-VWVW _____________________________________________ Toll-Free for Orders by PART # : 1-866-BUS-DEPOT |
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