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By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-21 21:34 Edited 2014-09-21 23:17

That' s right, that's how much I was charged for a guy to rebuild my stock carb. He also set the timing.......
To say I was floored would be an understatement...... And this was done in the name of a professional Car Museum that I trusted. I know the Mechanic is an Ace when it comes to any vintage car, but his Boss, the owner, is an absolute crook. Well, I got it home and now guess what, I have to take it back because it now runs like crap. I test drove it at the shop and it seemed to run O.K. I've checked for any possible vacuum leaks, etc, but I can't find a simple answer.

At my age, I've got no one to blame but myself. Live & learn as the ol' saying goes.............

Maybe tomorrow will be a better day.

By LoCashJohn Date 2014-09-22 03:26

Wow!!! If you don't mind, where was this service done??

Did they offer an estimate up front? Even if not, that's WAY out of line for the work done.

<a href="http://www.LoCashRacing.Org">http://www.LoCashRacing.Org</a>
More brains than bucks...

By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-22 12:07

I know it's difficult to get an estimate on a troubleshoot job, but it was obvious that with a totally rebuilt engine and newly installed wiring system, that the problem lied in the carb. It just was not idling right so I took it to
SNOOK'S DREAM CAR MUSEUM in Bowling Green, Ohio. 70 mile round trip. Like I mentioned earlier, I know the mechanic to be one of the best in the area. So I trusted that I'd be treated FAIRLY...

I'd gave to say that in my many years on this planet, I have never been screwed like that before. The owner of the Museum, Jeff Snook is the culprit. Obviously they could have installed a new or rebuilt carb for $150 or less and it would have taken less than an hour to install.

But I can't blame anyone but me............... thanks for the ear anyway........

By Ron S 3875 Date 2014-09-22 14:04

Dang and I thought it was rough on thinking of buying a rebuilt FISH carb for $450 or a complete propane conversion for a $1000 for my buggy. At least that garages name will stick in my head as a place NOT to go to for emergency service (or even to ask the time of day) when I travel the states with my old 40's Hudson.

By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-22 21:39

Good idea....

By glassbuggy Date 2014-10-06 23:45

Sounds like the place is the origin for the word '' Snookered ''

By bob P 3255 Date 2014-10-07 03:49

Well, on the bright side, I've got the little car running great again and it's on the road collecting miles.

Here's an interesting sidenote.. My wife and I had driven a little over 100 miles the other day starting with 3/4 tank of gas in beautiful weather when about 2 miles from home, ran out of gas. The gauge read 1/2 tank, but a check revealed it was bone dry. Called our grandson who saved us with some spare gas.

I am now carrying a stick and an extra gallon of gas. The interesting thing is that I got nearly 40 MPG.

By Brad H 1498 Date 2014-10-08 02:56

Damn Bob, that sucks. As a automotive tech I hate hearing stories like that becasue we all get lumped into the same pile as a bunch of crooks. I don't care how good a guy is $700 to rebuild a carb is outrageous. We do it every day at our shop for FAR less than that, and on bigger, more complicated carbs. I woulda kicked Snooks in the nads when I got that bill. I'd do everything to make sure the word got out about your experience in that area.

brad

By Larry R 3785 Date 2014-11-13 01:27

I'm in auto repair as well& sorry to hear this kinda story, makes
It tough on everyone. What goes around always comes around

By Rick M 3613 Date 2015-03-23 01:31

Did you think about turning this guy in to the BBB?

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Login Home Account Buggy ID Forum Registry DBA Shop Clubs History How To Members Maps Calendar Email Us	DBA Forum - Not logged in Forum DBA Home Help Search Chat Topic Public / General Discussion / $700.00 SOLEX 34 PICT 3 CARB REBUILD.............. (6824 hits) By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-21 21:34 Edited 2014-09-21 23:17 That' s right, that's how much I was charged for a guy to rebuild my stock carb. He also set the timing....... To say I was floored would be an understatement...... And this was done in the name of a professional Car Museum that I trusted. I know the Mechanic is an Ace when it comes to any vintage car, but his Boss, the owner, is an absolute crook. Well, I got it home and now guess what, I have to take it back because it now runs like crap. I test drove it at the shop and it seemed to run O.K. I've checked for any possible vacuum leaks, etc, but I can't find a simple answer. At my age, I've got no one to blame but myself. Live & learn as the ol' saying goes............. Maybe tomorrow will be a better day. By LoCashJohn Date 2014-09-22 03:26 Wow!!! If you don't mind, where was this service done?? Did they offer an estimate up front? Even if not, that's WAY out of line for the work done. <a href="http://www.LoCashRacing.Org">http://www.LoCashRacing.Org</a> More brains than bucks... By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-22 12:07 I know it's difficult to get an estimate on a troubleshoot job, but it was obvious that with a totally rebuilt engine and newly installed wiring system, that the problem lied in the carb. It just was not idling right so I took it to SNOOK'S DREAM CAR MUSEUM in Bowling Green, Ohio. 70 mile round trip. Like I mentioned earlier, I know the mechanic to be one of the best in the area. So I trusted that I'd be treated FAIRLY... I'd gave to say that in my many years on this planet, I have never been screwed like that before. The owner of the Museum, Jeff Snook is the culprit. Obviously they could have installed a new or rebuilt carb for $150 or less and it would have taken less than an hour to install. But I can't blame anyone but me............... thanks for the ear anyway........ By Ron S 3875 Date 2014-09-22 14:04 Dang and I thought it was rough on thinking of buying a rebuilt FISH carb for $450 or a complete propane conversion for a $1000 for my buggy. At least that garages name will stick in my head as a place NOT to go to for emergency service (or even to ask the time of day) when I travel the states with my old 40's Hudson. By bob P 3255 Date 2014-09-22 21:39 Good idea.... By glassbuggy Date 2014-10-06 23:45 Sounds like the place is the origin for the word '' Snookered '' By bob P 3255 Date 2014-10-07 03:49 Well, on the bright side, I've got the little car running great again and it's on the road collecting miles. Here's an interesting sidenote.. My wife and I had driven a little over 100 miles the other day starting with 3/4 tank of gas in beautiful weather when about 2 miles from home, ran out of gas. The gauge read 1/2 tank, but a check revealed it was bone dry. Called our grandson who saved us with some spare gas. I am now carrying a stick and an extra gallon of gas. The interesting thing is that I got nearly 40 MPG. By Brad H 1498 Date 2014-10-08 02:56 Damn Bob, that sucks. As a automotive tech I hate hearing stories like that becasue we all get lumped into the same pile as a bunch of crooks. I don't care how good a guy is $700 to rebuild a carb is outrageous. We do it every day at our shop for FAR less than that, and on bigger, more complicated carbs. I woulda kicked Snooks in the nads when I got that bill. I'd do everything to make sure the word got out about your experience in that area. brad By Larry R 3785 Date 2014-11-13 01:27 I'm in auto repair as well& sorry to hear this kinda story, makes It tough on everyone. What goes around always comes around By Rick M 3613 Date 2015-03-23 01:31 Did you think about turning this guy in to the BBB? Topic Public / General Discussion / $700.00 SOLEX 34 PICT 3 CARB REBUILD.............. (6824 hits) Powered by mwForum 2.10.2 © 1999-2007 Markus Wichitill Help \| About DBA \| Terms of Use \| Kwiki Home \| Logout Content Copyright (C) 2006 Dune Buggy Archives.