I had my motor serviced today and the bill was $532.54. I don't believe the mechanic installed any unecessary parts, but question the prices for parts.
My motor is a 2006 Mercury Optimax 90hp. I had it serviced at 20 hours, 100 hours and now at 168 hours.
Here is what they did and prices.
3 spark plugs @ $64.50. $20 for a spark plug seem high.
Filter @ $39.92. I assume fuel filter.
Water pump @ $42.08
Ger Lube @ $15.00
Belt @ $55.90. I kept old belt, which looks fine to me, but I'm not a mechanic. Was told if belt goes, then it would foul out plugs and a new service would be required, so be cautious and replace the belt.
Total parts $217
Labor $285
Tax $30
Questions;
Is labor usualy taxed?
Does the price seem high for the service/parts?
Is their a standard "book" fee for hourly rate? If work was done in two hours, but book says standard is four hours then would they charge me for the four hours?
How difficult is it do do this task on own, providing I'm not a total non-do it yourselfer, haha.
The company who did the service is a certified Mercury mechanic and seems to do alot of business. He is friendly and seems to know what he's talking about, but he coulda said run strawberry juice through the motor and I would have to believe him, almost.
I don't mind paying the $500, as long as it's in the ballpark for this type service.
Thanks for the help.