what is the going price of gear install?

[82 GT]

I want to get 3:73 gears for my '88 GT and was wondering what the average price I can expect to pay a garage to install them.
This way I know if I am getting screwed or not.
It should be pretty much all labor cost except for maybe the gear lube and most gear kits come with that even.

[Fox Body]

~$500.

Not considering the need of any other replacement parts. This also depends on where you go.


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[This message has been edited by Fox Body (edited 03-07-2001).]

[rtz]

$409 Ring and Pinion Plus Installation (Includes speedo recal and gear lube)
http://www.alternativeauto.com/catalog/driveline.html

[rbatson]

You supplied the gears, yes it should come with the lube.. Don't pay over $250 labor. That is on the high side.

[dinomite]

Never had it done, but I've heard that the lavor is only 200-250.....does anyone do this themselves? is it hard?

[Stang_Crazy]

I paid somewhere close to $200 if I recall correctly. When I was shopping around for installation prices, I was quoted between $160-$250. You just have to shop around and find the best price.

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91 GT AOD: 3.73's, Pulleys,PI Converter, 14.71@91.78mph
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[Fostang]

I've done it a couple of time in the fastback. Not difficult if you know what you're doing. I wouldn't recomend anyone doing it if they have no idea how to do it. You can severly destroy the rear end. Adjustment is everything.

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[Killercanary]

Where is Danville PA? I know a guy in Altoona that charges ~$95 for gear instals and he is the best around. He has installed mine, my dad's, and 3 sets for my cousin, plus I know others that have had him install gears for them as well. Hanlon motorsports is always trying to get this guy to work for him. He rebuilt my tranny with a new main shaft for under $150. I don't want to post his name here as he does this stuff on the side, but if you email me I'll give it to you. Email me at killercanary@hotmail.com, or priva@pssd.com

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[jimmyjamed]

their easy to install, the hard part is to install them without them whining!! lol

[Fostang]

That whine your describing comes from excessive teeth contact. Eventualy ruins the gears. Gives you far less performance because of the extra demand to make them turn.