Cost of work question

[Mikemann02]

Local shop is going to do brand new RV 275 and valve adjust and reseal the inspection covers on the vp44 for $
1375 out the door is that a good price or should I shop around

 

[NIsaacs]

Seems high, the injectors are $510 from Geno's

https://www.genosgarage.com/product/dodge-ram-injector-0432193635/Fuel-Injectors's.

 

[Mikemann02]

They are $109 each according to the shop , matched set ? Bosch

 

[Cummins12V98]

I paid $395 for a set of Injectors from DKDiesel.
New Bosch Performance Injector Set 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram Cummins 5.9L

My Son spent no more than two hours adjusting my valves and installing my injectors.

 

[Mikemann02]

Ok , are there any different kinds of rv275 injector's , why the big difference in pricing for them , I've looked and see that also ? Unfortunately I have to pay someone to do it though.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Some are rebuilt or off brand. I listed "BOSCH NEW" above.

 

[Mikemann02]

Ok guys I appreciate the information , I'll see if they will install carried in parts.

 

[Bob4x4]

If they agree to use your parts sand you should have any problem with them any additional work will be on your dime.
Can you explain what a vp44 inspection plate is?

 

[Mikemann02]

The reason I took it in is I have a small fuel drip under the vp44 , they said it was coming from the inspection plate (their words) facing the engine block , no need to remove - 40 bucks for the gasket kit and an hour labor totaling 175 for just that , Am I being bamboozled ?

 

[KATOOM]

RV275 injectors can vary in price from $400 to $600+ depending on availability and who's selling them. Sometimes there's an abundance of them and you'll get a deal. Either way, you ONLY want brand new, NOT reman injectors. If they're not installing brand new Bosch RV275's then forget it.

The cost to install injectors would probably run in the $1000 range given the time to install and adjust valves. You also want to make sure they use brand new crossover tube o-rings too. They're only a few bucks a piece.

As for the leaking VP "inspection cover"... I've never heard of such a thing. The only part of the VP which can be removed without pulling it off the engine is the PSG computer cover which you can visually see by looking down at the VP. It sits on the top and angles slightly towards the drivers side of the truck. There are four torxs head bolts which hold it and the computer underneath it mounted on the VP body. If there's a leak from around there then you should be able to see it but thats not saying the shop is swindling you either since I'm not seeing what you're seeing.

All that said, ALWAYS shop around. You not only want a shop who knows what they're doing, but are familiar with the 2nd gen trucks. I'd suggest you seek out any performance diesel shops in your area. Those places tend to know their stuff and will offer advice.

 

[Tractorat]

I dont think I saw what part of the county you live in. It might be that someone here might be able to recommend a shop for you .

 

[Joe Mc]

Mike, I agree with all the above and highly recommend you shop around before diving in. As mentioned above see if you can locate a local (or maybe not so close to you) high performance diesel shop as these folks "typically" are more proficient with simple new (I do agree also with "new" injectors and not remaned ones) injector installs and lash adjustments and the labor might be less since they're "more proficient". Ask when you shop around if they install customer provided parts, this shouldn't matter unless the shop is doing a high mark up on parts they acquire, if they say no then ask them if they can provide documentation that the injectors are "new" and not reman ones, if they can't then "run". Good luck to ya.

 

[Mikemann02]

Hey thanks for the info so far guys , Im in the Johnson city , Tn area , The only performance shop that I have found near me (so far) doesn't have the best rep , Im not in any hurry but with that said it is my only ride at the moment as I just sold my 17' 2500 , Don't really like the dripping fuel issue more than anything.

 

[Joe Mc]

The reason I took it in is I have a small fuel drip under the vp44

So main reason is the drip of fuel. I'd think the only place it could be coming from "around" the VP is one of the pump to injector line nuts or line itself. Perhaps there are seals where the line nuts attach to the pump? Last time I did any work on my VP was replacing it in 03 so not sure about seal at line to pump?

 

[SAndreasen]

We can help you do it if you want it’s a simple job and would be easier than trying to find a shop to use your own parts shops don’t like that and usually it just adds for more problems .

 

[DavidC]

So main reason is the drip of fuel. I'd think the only place it could be coming from "around" the VP is one of the pump to injector line nuts or line itself. Perhaps there are seals where the line nuts attach to the pump? Last time I did any work on my VP was replacing it in 03 so not sure about seal at line to pump?

Maybe overflow valve, I would make sure it is tight

 

[Mikemann02]

I'm going to try and get a good look at it tomorrow and see if I can see what they are talking about.

 

[Mikemann02]

I am going to give it a go on the injectors though , I just sold my 17 Cummins so this is all I have at the moment , so I'm going to order the rv275's and start early on a Saturday , should be good to go to work by Monday hopefully , I'm mechanically inclined and have worked on cars for many years but I sold my house with a garage so outside for everything till new garage is built.

 

[Mikemann02]

I am going to give it a go on the injectors though , I just sold my 17 Cummins so this is all I have at the moment , so I'm going to order the rv275's and start early on a Saturday , should be good to go to work by Monday hopefully , I'm mechanically inclined and have worked on cars for many years but I sold my house with a garage so outside for everything till new garage is built.

 

[Mikemann02]

That was strange , sorry for the double post