Ok here we go again about mechanics.
Our impeller on the 18 foot Chaparral was trashed recently. Since we were not sure the extent of the damage we took the boat (Volvo 4.3GL engine) to repair shop. Of course we did attempt the repair on our own so they received the boat with the impeller open and the thermostat housing open. The thermostat housing was caked on the inside with what appeared to be melted rubber from the impeller.
So here is what the shop did -
Reviewed systems to determine extent of damage.
Sand blasted and painted thermostat housing.
Replaced thermostat, gasket and reattached housing to engine.
Installed new impeller kit and reattached all components including a new rubber stop on impeller bracket.
Also, 1/2 hour of run tests after installation completed.
Total time 3 1/2 hours.
What do you think? Is 3 1/2 hours excessive or in line with the work performed?
Thanks in advance for feedback.
Mary Sue
Our impeller on the 18 foot Chaparral was trashed recently. Since we were not sure the extent of the damage we took the boat (Volvo 4.3GL engine) to repair shop. Of course we did attempt the repair on our own so they received the boat with the impeller open and the thermostat housing open. The thermostat housing was caked on the inside with what appeared to be melted rubber from the impeller.
So here is what the shop did -
Reviewed systems to determine extent of damage.
Sand blasted and painted thermostat housing.
Replaced thermostat, gasket and reattached housing to engine.
Installed new impeller kit and reattached all components including a new rubber stop on impeller bracket.
Also, 1/2 hour of run tests after installation completed.
Total time 3 1/2 hours.
What do you think? Is 3 1/2 hours excessive or in line with the work performed?
Thanks in advance for feedback.
Mary Sue