Hey guys,
Noticed a small coolant leak a few months back. Had a pressure test/visual inspection done finally this weekend (dont' ask what took me so long.) and it was determined by the mechanic the water pump is leaking and needs replaced.
I know it makes sense to replace the timing belt, tensioners etc while in there since its included in the cost of labor but I'm 90% sure the previous owner did that about 50k miles ago; and given the fact I'm just trying to get the truck ready to sell, I don't feel obligated to replace those parts.
Anyway, mechanic quoted me about $700-800 (water pump + labor) which seemed a little steep. I'm getting a second opinion from another shop this week but wanted to see what you guys think about those numbers. Is that a fair price for a water pump replacement?
Thanks
Noticed a small coolant leak a few months back. Had a pressure test/visual inspection done finally this weekend (dont' ask what took me so long.) and it was determined by the mechanic the water pump is leaking and needs replaced.
I know it makes sense to replace the timing belt, tensioners etc while in there since its included in the cost of labor but I'm 90% sure the previous owner did that about 50k miles ago; and given the fact I'm just trying to get the truck ready to sell, I don't feel obligated to replace those parts.
Anyway, mechanic quoted me about $700-800 (water pump + labor) which seemed a little steep. I'm getting a second opinion from another shop this week but wanted to see what you guys think about those numbers. Is that a fair price for a water pump replacement?
Thanks