On Feb 23, 1:10*am, "Billgran" wrote:
"My 150 etec is close to its first 300hr service so I called the dealer to
see what it would cost for him to do it. I normally do everything myself
on my phoenix and past outboards and I/O's but wasn't sure about the
warranty issues that go along with it. Well to do everything water pump,
gear oil, plugs, filters, etc. will be between $700 and $800. I almost
sh*t myself. This is absurd. It really sickens me to think that someone
would pay this. $300+ is to just change the water pump. As long as there
is no warranty issues with me doing the work, it will never see the dealer
for maintenance. If I can change powerpacks on a EMD diesel and MOH's on
3500 series CAT's, pretty sure I can handle changing a water pump. Prices
like that are why people should learn how to do this kinda of stuff. Thats
a whole summer's worth gas down the drain."

A complete waterpump kit is about $70 and labor runs about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
You are right, $300 is pretty high unless they charge $115 per hour.

It is important that the computer be checked for any error codes and any
software updates installed. You can do the compression, plugs, gear oil (use
only E-TEC Ultra-XR oil), filter, and greasing. Be sure to remove and clean
the exhaust pressure sensor and inspect the thermostat and idling
temperature. Only pay your dealer for the computer diagnostics and checkover
time.

Buy a service manual for your motor so you have all the specs, torques, and
correct procedures on hand.

Why not call around to various Evinrude dealers to find out what others
charge.

Bill Grannis
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That's what used to get me about working on cars... I knew advanced
electronics, hydrolics, combustion, mechanical systems, haz mat
handling, spent hundreds of hours in schooling and staying currant
with technology... etc. etc. etc.. and my job meant folks lived or
died... But folks can't see why a engine mechanic should be paid half
of what they will pay an electrician or plumber to come in and install
a sink or electrical socket in a wall.