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08-17-2004, 10:51 PM
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New to the 964 forum and have a quick ?
Hello!!
i've been lurking around this forum about 2 months now and it's been very informative and educational to say the least. i was a regular on the 951 boards for a while until that dreaded day i had to let her go to a new home...but after almost 2 years of searching and waiting, i've finally been able to bring home my first 964
i purchased her from a fellow Rennlist member and i couldn't be happier...here's a pic:
i used to drive a '73 911t back in the mid-80's (which i am currently having restored) before my 951...but man alive!! the 964 is a completely different animal...it's unbelievable
anyway, i just wanted to introduce myself and ask my first of many questions...
my car is in need of a valve adjustment and as much as i would like to learn more about my car and attempt the service myself, i simply do not have the time to do so. my local wrench quoted me $830 for the adjustment and to change the oil. i searched the boards and it seems like this is a little on the high side. am i right?
can anyone in the VA/MD/DC region recommend a reputable "local" shop for this service?
thanks in advance everyone
Dan
i've been lurking around this forum about 2 months now and it's been very informative and educational to say the least. i was a regular on the 951 boards for a while until that dreaded day i had to let her go to a new home...but after almost 2 years of searching and waiting, i've finally been able to bring home my first 964
i purchased her from a fellow Rennlist member and i couldn't be happier...here's a pic:
i used to drive a '73 911t back in the mid-80's (which i am currently having restored) before my 951...but man alive!! the 964 is a completely different animal...it's unbelievable
anyway, i just wanted to introduce myself and ask my first of many questions...
my car is in need of a valve adjustment and as much as i would like to learn more about my car and attempt the service myself, i simply do not have the time to do so. my local wrench quoted me $830 for the adjustment and to change the oil. i searched the boards and it seems like this is a little on the high side. am i right?
can anyone in the VA/MD/DC region recommend a reputable "local" shop for this service?
thanks in advance everyone
Dan
08-17-2004, 10:56 PM
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Intersport in Tysons; a couple of blocks from HBL. They quoted me a WHOLE LOT more than $800+, but their quote was for a full 15,000 mile service (plugs, etc.). I'm seriously considering doing the valve adjustment myself when the time comes. Are you aware of the local NoVa lists (www.dorkiphus.com)?
08-17-2004, 10:57 PM
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Just now noticed that you're in Fredericksburg. You should chat with Dave Planakis at Hartwood Automotive (out Route 17), 540-752-2300. A very competent mechanic on anything. ASE certified in every discipline. Hope this helps. (Very nice C4 you've got.)
08-17-2004, 11:03 PM
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richard - thanks for the info! i will give Hartwood Auto a call tomorrow and get a quote.
and if you ever do the valve adjustment, i would love to come and observe and help out as much as i can...and by "help" i mean bring some refreshments of course
and if you ever do the valve adjustment, i would love to come and observe and help out as much as i can...and by "help" i mean bring some refreshments of course
08-18-2004, 04:37 AM
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Very nice car and welcome too!
On the subject of prices I guess what we have in the UK is not going to be too relevant, but can tell you that a full 12K service with valve adjustment will run more than that here.....
Very nice car and welcome too!
On the subject of prices I guess what we have in the UK is not going to be too relevant, but can tell you that a full 12K service with valve adjustment will run more than that here.....
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08-19-2004, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Richard Curtis
Are you aware of the local NoVa lists (www.dorkiphus.com)?
08-19-2004, 10:53 AM
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Hey Dan,
UK prices not withstanding, I would agree with your initial assessment that the $830 quote is high. Remember, all they're really doing is changing plugs and adjusting the valves, which can be turned around in less than a day's labor (for them, not me
). Here in So. Cal., if you stay away from the dealer and "premium" independents, it should run close to $600. I even had the service performed once at the Porsche dealership for $500--with a coupon I got in the mail.
$830 wouldn't be so high, if it included caps and rotors--close to $200 in parts.
Anyway, here's hoping you can find someone (hopefully recommended) for closer to $600. Oh, and nice looking ride, welcome to the neighborhood.
UK prices not withstanding, I would agree with your initial assessment that the $830 quote is high. Remember, all they're really doing is changing plugs and adjusting the valves, which can be turned around in less than a day's labor (for them, not me
). Here in So. Cal., if you stay away from the dealer and "premium" independents, it should run close to $600. I even had the service performed once at the Porsche dealership for $500--with a coupon I got in the mail.$830 wouldn't be so high, if it included caps and rotors--close to $200 in parts.
Anyway, here's hoping you can find someone (hopefully recommended) for closer to $600. Oh, and nice looking ride, welcome to the neighborhood.
08-19-2004, 04:48 PM
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Dan,
I recently had a major repair performed at RPM Inc., in Newington VA (a few miles south of the beltway in I95, phone 1.703.550.8240) and I was pleased with the work. The shop specializes in Porsche and both owners race.
Another shop I talked with and got good vibes from is ASG (www.autosportsystems.com), in northern VA inside the beltway. There other good shops in the area.
The local PCA has a website you might find useful, www.pcapotomac.org.
Cheers
-Dave
I recently had a major repair performed at RPM Inc., in Newington VA (a few miles south of the beltway in I95, phone 1.703.550.8240) and I was pleased with the work. The shop specializes in Porsche and both owners race.
Another shop I talked with and got good vibes from is ASG (www.autosportsystems.com), in northern VA inside the beltway. There other good shops in the area.
The local PCA has a website you might find useful, www.pcapotomac.org.
Cheers
-Dave
