Water pump and thermostat replacement cost

[Noahs_Ark]

Anyone have an idea of a round about cost for a water pump and thermostat replacement on a HPDI 150?

I just got a bill and I am a bit floored over it! It is coming from my boat mechanic that I have used and trusted for many years...

As always, I appreciate any insight or thoughts.

thanks,

 

[Brad 21se]

Even if you replaced all the water pump parts and the housing, it's only about $120 in parts paying full Yamaha list. Thermostats are about $30 each plus a $4 gasket. Can't imagine it's more than a couple hours labor unless the water pump turns into a real PITA, which it certainly can

 

[Noahs_Ark]

I thought so... He left me a voicemail with a $540 price tag!

This is going to be an enjoyable afternoon at the marina

 

[Brad 21se]

Wow..... that water-pump change must have been a bear. When was the last time it was changed and did he do it?

 

[Noahs_Ark]

It was done 3 years ago, as per the last owners documented service statements. The engine has less than 300 hrs...very clean. I think this guy took me for a ride this time. I will be looking for a new yamaha mechanic effective immediately

 

[Brad 21se]

Good reason to learn to do this stuff yourself if you have the interest/time. I do most things myself on my Yamaha and have a friend to help with anything I am unfamiliar with. Dealers in my area charge $100+ hour which is incentive enough for me

Let us know how that "conversation" goes......

 

[DaleH]

WHOA ... hold on thar' boys ... from the data provided NONE of us know what the mechanic ran into!

If there was a STUCK bolt on the lower unit or anywhere that needed to be removed, such a bolt can turn an easy 2-hour job into a 4 or more hour NIGHTMARE!

 

[Brad 21se]

Agreed. That's why I said the WP job can be a real bitch...... who knows what happened until he talks with his mechanic....

 

[Noahs_Ark]

Picked the boat up he stated no issues $220 for parts and had $350 for labor.
After I relayed my concern for the costs (which went over like a
Fart in church) he adjusted the cost for the labor to $300. The engine is sparkling clean
With no issues. I am a miticulous owner.
At the end of the day he is a good mechanic, I just think he had a bad moment.
Lesson learned, I assure you, I will do it myself next time.

Thank you again.

 

[Brent]

Is the $350 in labor a flat fee or a specific number of hours?

 

[Lucky John]

I used to change the WP every other season. Now I try to go three years. The cost is always around 400, which I think is high. Like people have stated all the parts thermo stats add up to about 100 bucks or so.
I am starting to do more and more work myself. I now do my own mid season oil change which I used to pay close to 200.

 

[Sara F]

Replaced the water pump and thermostates on my F200TXR did work myself. Parts cost me $284 which included the impeller, SS cup, plastic housing, gaskets, and 2 thermostats, tube of grease. I was somewht surprised with the cost, but what are you going to do. It is a boat (break out another thousand)

 

[John_Madison CT]

I buy my parts at Boats.net. Changing water pump and thermos is very simple.

However, I'm not shocked by the mechanics price. Most of the time you get raped.

 

[Noahs_Ark]

Brent,

His bill just listed a labor line with the $350. I am going to assume this is aa accumulation of hours. I know for sure, my past water pump replacement costs never exceeded the $400 mark.

Anyway, thank you all for your comments! I am almost positive all will be forgotten in a month when the ark hits the water for the season.

 

[warthog5]

$350 would be 3.5hrs labor around here.

 

[DaleH]

FYI there's a price book for 'recommended service hours/charges' that some dealers use, whether it be for autos or OBs. I see $115/hour up here in the North East as the most expen$ive hourly rate. Some delaers have set prices lower than that price book, see attached.

 

[Brent]

Anyone have an idea of a round about cost for a water pump and thermostat replacement on a HPDI 150?

I just got a bill and I am a bit floored over it! It is coming from my boat mechanic that I have used and trusted for many years...

As always, I appreciate any insight or thoughts.

thanks,

Just so I understand the full story.

Did the mechanic give you an estimate?

 

[Noahs_Ark]

No...I failed to ask for one. I "trusted" him and assumed from the past he would provide a reasonable price. I have spoken to another local guy who uses him, and he advised there have been similar instances over the years.

 

[John_Madison CT]

Classic case of......... stick it to 'em while you can !!

No way that took him 3+ hours of work. If it did, he's incompetant.

If that's their "flat rate", then they should tell you beforehand.

Use it as a "life and learn" experience. :mrgreen:

 

[CapeCodFrank]

FYI, I have a 2007 2510 with 2- 150hp Yamahas. I've had the water pumps replaced twice, both times in the same boatyard where I have a mooring and store the boat over the winter. In 2010, the cost was $922. In 2013, the cost was $818 (this was $219 for parts, $571 for labor, plus tax and misc other stuff). I have thought about learning to do this myself, but after watching a video, it looks to me like I would have to learn the tips from an experienced mechanic, plus do it 4-5 times on my own to get proficient. I am not happy with the costs, have told myself that I should look elseware for another yard, but I haven't. Anyway, just offering this for your info.