Tonyrodz's Tahoe Build Thread

[Dantheman1540]

$500 labor for the motor job. That's not including parts. That's a great price, so that's a big reason to be patient. No one around here would do what he's gonna do for under $2k.

That's a dang good deal!

 

[Fless]

So it's a tradeoff: low cost for a long repair time. I understand that; things balance out.

 

[Rocket Man]

Unreal . That pisses me off. I feel like since he knows you and that you’re a level headed and also patient man that it’s ok to take more time because you’re “buddies”
He would’ve said 2 weeks, I would said 1 week or it’s a no go. I’ve seen motors pulled and replaced in a weekend in backyards before, this dude has a legit shop at his disposal. curious without looking back , is he hooking you up with a crazy good price for the work ? Cause I’ve seen that scenario played out way too many times.
And lastly could be worse, my buddy sent his bagged truck to be worked on at a shop......6 years ago and still hasn’t moved from the same spot , from 6 years ago. Not a wrench has been turned on it. And all the work has been paid in full, around $15k. They “were” friends.

I would have towed my truck home about 5 years ago and took him to court. That’s ridiculous and you know nothing is ever going to get done except one day his truck AND money will be gone.

 

[Tonyrodz]

That's a dang good deal!

Hell yeah.

So it's a tradeoff: low cost for a long repair time. I understand that; things balance out.

Yeah, only reason I brought it to him.

 

[kbuskill]

I know this doesn't make the waiting any easier but it is definitely relevant to this situation or any situation really.

I always say there are three kinds of work...

Good... Fast... Cheap

You can pick any two.

If it's Good and Fast, it isn't going to be Cheap.

If it's Fast and Cheap, it isn't going to be Good.

If it's Good and Cheap, it isn't going to be Fast.

Words to live by... lol

Hopefully he gets you fixed up sooner, rather than later, Tony... good luck.

 

[HiHoeSilver]

I know this doesn't make the waiting any easier but it is definitely relevant to this situation or any situation really.

I always say there are three kinds of work...

Good... Fast... Cheap

You can pick any two.

If it's Good and Fast, it isn't going to be Cheap.

If it's Fast and Cheap, it isn't going to be Good.

If it's Good and Cheap, it isn't going to be Fast.

Words to live by... lol

Hopefully he gets you fixed up sooner, rather than later, Tony... good luck.

Time, quality, cost triangle ftw.

 

[Rocket Man]

I know this doesn't make the waiting any easier but it is definitely relevant to this situation or any situation really.

I always say there are three kinds of work...

Good... Fast... Cheap

You can pick any two.

If it's Good and Fast, it isn't going to be Cheap.

If it's Fast and Cheap, it isn't going to be Good.

If it's Good and Cheap, it isn't going to be Fast.

Words to live by... lol

Hopefully he gets you fixed up sooner, rather than later, Tony... good luck.

I remember that old saying, and it’s still true to this day.

 

[Fosscore]

 

[cfmistry]

I believe you can only pick two of those as well... but there is a small area in the middle of that picture that would include all 3! The sweet spot!

 

[Tonyrodz]

I know this doesn't make the waiting any easier but it is definitely relevant to this situation or any situation really.

I always say there are three kinds of work...

Good... Fast... Cheap

You can pick any two.

If it's Good and Fast, it isn't going to be Cheap.

If it's Fast and Cheap, it isn't going to be Good.

If it's Good and Cheap, it isn't going to be Fast.

Words to live by... lol

Hopefully he gets you fixed up sooner, rather than later, Tony... good luck.

I agree. That's why I was trying to be patient and not bother him. I guess we'll see where he's at in 2 weeks.

 

[Dantheman1540]

I agree. That's why I was trying to be patient and not bother him. I guess we'll see where he's at in 2 weeks.

You should bug his shop with hidden cameras and then we could all spy on him!

 

[Rocket Man]

I believe you can only pick two of those as well... but there is a small area in the middle of that picture that would include all 3! The sweet spot!

Nope that’s the unicorn zone. In theory it exists but nobody ever actually spots it.

 

[Tonyrodz]

You should bug his shop with hidden cameras and then we could all spy on him!

I bet we would see some crazy shit!

 

[Tonyrodz]

New motor needs cam bearings. It only has around 108,000 on it too.

So after waiting all this damn time I'll have to wait longer because he's gonna call around to machine shops to do it. I'm ok with that. Anyone know what a shop might charge for that?

 

[Dantheman1540]

Should be around the $200-250 range. Better to get them done even if it takes long but I know your pain.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Should be around the $200-250 range. Better to get them done even if it takes long but I know your pain.

I agree, but I have a feeling I'm on the back burner now.

 

[Dantheman1540]

I agree, but I have a feeling I'm on the back burner now.

I know your pain my engine guy has over 30 LS blocks waiting to get worked on. My pistons havent even been ordered because he waits until the block is done.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I know your pain my engine guy has over 30 LS blocks waiting to get worked on. My pistons havent even been ordered because he waits until the block is done.

That sux. Messed up that both of my motors have the same issue.

 

[George B]

I know your pain my engine guy has over 30 LS blocks waiting to get worked on. My pistons havent even been ordered because he waits until the block is done.

“Stimulus” engines?

 

[Dantheman1540]

“Stimulus” engines?

Very likely hahaha I'd love a second check so I can get another stimulous 9.5 14bolt.