Date:         Thu, 1 Jul 2004 10:56:22 -0400
Reply-To:     "Thomas, Geoffrey" <Geoffrey.Thomas1@DEFENCE.GOV.AU>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         "Thomas, Geoffrey" <Geoffrey.Thomas1@DEFENCE.GOV.AU>
Subject:      unclas Wheel Bearing Replacement Costs

A low frequency rumble translated into a diagnosis of failed wheel bearings
RF and RR.  The mechanic from our local shop noted the good condition of the
rest of the vehicle and said he would order VW bearings rather than the
usual supplier.  The cost per wheel was $420.
Noting that Bus Depot, for example sells bearings for $30-40 there seems to
be a lot of labour there, even given the inflated costs in the DC area
(local VW shop, $89 per hour)
Does anyone have examples of recent shop charges for front and rear wheel
bearing replacement?



Geoff Thomas
'88 Westy now with 235,000 miles

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