On Sat, 12 Nov 2005 18:39:10 -0500, " *JimH*" wrote:


"Harry Krause" wrote in message
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NOYB wrote:
"Harry Krause" wrote in message
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I just looked at the checklist for winterizing Yo Ho.

Here's what the dealer does:

Backs the rig into his fresh water yard tank, tests the engine for
proper running, computer data, and linkage of steering, throttle and
shift. Engine still under warranty, so anything that pops up needing
attention will be fixed automatically at no charge to me.

Chemically stabilizes fuel in tank.

Fogs internal engine parts with storage oil.

Replaces fuel filter.

Changes gear oil, lubes prop shaft

Changes oil and filter.

Lubes grease fittings on engine and other spots needing lube.

Replaces anodes.

Lubes through-hulls.

Removes batteries, stores indoors in heated workshop.

Washes boat.


That's for $145. Oil and filters, extra, but at reasonable prices.
I think that's a pretty damned good deal for a buck and a half, and it's
all done properly and *I* don't have to do it.

Same service for an I/0 runs $175 (and obviously takes care of cooling
system), and for $250, the dealership also removes outdrive, lubes all
joints and gimbal bearings, runs a pressure check, and adjusts
engine-drive alignment.






That's a phenomenal price. My hundred hour service costs nearly $250 and
they don't do half that. I wonder what your dealer charges someone who
didn't buy a new boat and motor there?


They don't sell boats with I/O's. The prices are the same for anyone
coming in for winterizing. They're posted as the "Winterizing Special."
I would guess the dealer stores close to 300 Grady and Parker rigs on his
lot over the winter. He charges $60 a month for winter storage for
winterizing customers.

The normal labor rate at the shop is $80 an hour.

My father did much the same during his 30 years as a dealer. He had really
low winterizing and storage rates. The income helped him get through the
really slow months in New Haven...November through March.

My guess is that the prices help the dealer hold onto his good mechanics
year-around. Steady work and a decent paycheck every week, plus the
place's top-drawer fringe benefits translate into almost no turnover in
the shop.

What is the name and phone number of this place?


http://www.tristatemarine.com/

You're welcome.

--
John H.

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