Leaking fuel pump
Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 10:53 pm
Hi all
I took my (UK) Bongo to a local garage here in Holland as I'd notice a little puff of smoke occaisionally, and also sometimes got a wiff of diesel (especially when stopping for traffic lights etc.
They diagnosed a leaking fuel pump, and after a few swift phone calls, managed to get them to just replace the seals (cost 35 pounds) instead of sending it away for a refurb at over 1,300 euros.
They haven't received the seal kit yet, but they're already quoting me 8 hours work at 70 euros/hr(!!!!) just to diagnose it and remove it from the van. Would other techies here know how long it should take. Are they taking the piss?
Any opinions appreciated.
Simon
I took my (UK) Bongo to a local garage here in Holland as I'd notice a little puff of smoke occaisionally, and also sometimes got a wiff of diesel (especially when stopping for traffic lights etc.
They diagnosed a leaking fuel pump, and after a few swift phone calls, managed to get them to just replace the seals (cost 35 pounds) instead of sending it away for a refurb at over 1,300 euros.
They haven't received the seal kit yet, but they're already quoting me 8 hours work at 70 euros/hr(!!!!) just to diagnose it and remove it from the van. Would other techies here know how long it should take. Are they taking the piss?
Any opinions appreciated.
Simon
If you think your quote is bad, think of the guy who was quoted the equivalent of £6000 (in Portugal) for the supply & fit of a 2nd hand gearbox. 