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which Seattle shop will install my parts from FCP Groton?

posted by  TimeToBakeTheDonuts on  Mon Jan 7 17:08 CST 2008
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You are not in a good position, and I know you are aware of that. The fellow below who suggested you send the parts back wasn't far off IMO. My private shop wouldn't be happy doing it, and they might refuse. Unlike what the other fellow said, I wouldn't think of going anywhere else. The guy does excellent work, and only replaces what he needs to.

I do my own work with parts I buy (FCP mostly). When I want the indy to do the work (more rare) I give him the profit. I can well imagine fighting with him over whether I bought decent parts, and that is an argument I'd rather not have. Also, what was written below regarding labor rates and profit rings true to me. It is a little hard to accept, with rates what they are.

I wish you luck in finding what you seek. There may not be anyone here who has done what you are suggesting in the Seattle area, since it is somewhat rare. Also, it sounds like you have hit two good shops who refused. Good luck.






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