Looking at new tow vehicle

nipper · #1 04-01-2009, 12:04 PM

Thanks Ferm. I will check out that oil leak. I have been using these guys for several years, and I generally find them to be pretty good, but lately they seem to be shafting me with the costs.

Skools Out · #2 04-01-2009, 12:38 PM

i just had the following replaced 2 months ago on my 99 Tahoe 4x4 same motor (NEW) head gaskets, intake gasket, plugs, wires, cap & rot button, upper & lower rad hoses, heater hoses, belt, fuel filter and fuel system flush for $679.84 total

I replaced my whole front steering system all but the steering box and the parts cost me $130 from Advance, then had it lined up at frame shop was $40 more.

your getting ripped off sounds to me.

cterrebonne · #3 04-01-2009, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Skools Out

i just had the following replaced 2 months ago on my 99 Tahoe 4x4 same motor (NEW) head gaskets, intake gasket, plugs, wires, cap & rot button, upper & lower rad hoses, heater hoses, belt, fuel filter and fuel system flush for $679.84 total

I replaced my whole front steering system all but the steering box and the parts cost me $130 from Advance, then had it lined up at frame shop was $40 more.

your getting ripped off sounds to me.

i would say you are getting over charged too. and the oil leak, if you dont have to put a quart in everyday i would say let it roll.

nipper · #4 04-01-2009, 01:53 PM

Ahhh, so nice to hear I am getting screwed and need a new mechanic. In any event, what about a new vehicle. Any suggestions?

THEFERMANATOR · #5 04-01-2009, 02:06 PM

Newer TAHOE with the 5.3L or a FORD EXPEDITION is about it for 7 passenger and can tow in a used vehicle. New you could look at some of the import SUV's with 3rd row seating. I just did a valve job on a 350 for my uncle, but at $30 an hour labor rate I charged him about $300 for the whole job with parts. I know it will cost more through a shop, but a grand for what you listed sounds like anal rape WITHOUT THE LUBE!!! Did they at least offer you a kiss after that estimate?

nipper · #6 04-01-2009, 02:12 PM

Nope, no kiss, no lube, nothing. New Chevy Traverse is rated to tow up to 4500 lbs. However, it only has a 3.6 litre engine. Think that would be enough to haul a V cuddy with I/O, 60 gallons of fuel, wife, kids and all the boating stuff?

phatdaddy · #7 04-01-2009, 07:42 PM

nipper, i bought an 02 tahoe 4wd w/ a 5.3 and love it. had it about 3 years now and when i replace my work truck it will be with a chevy. the tahoe is rated for 7 passengers, but that's like saying the v-20 cuddy sleeps 2. you can get the people in there,but no room for luggage. i don't know how far your haul to the ramp is or how much traveling you do with 7, but have you considered a chevy or gmc astro van? built on a truck frame with rearwheel drive and good towing capability for a mini-van. or even a full size van. they are considerably cheaper than an suv.