Need a labor estimate for cam swap

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Feb 24, 2009 | 10:27 PM

nemick

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Need a labor estimate for cam swap

Hi All,

I'm thinking about a cam swap in my future. Can anyone tell me the approximate labor charge or hours required for this?

Thanks

Feb 24, 2009 | 10:29 PM

anubisss

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I was quoted $400 just to have the tensioners replaced. This was from an indy.

Feb 24, 2009 | 11:05 PM

nocarb

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I would think a good mechanic should be able to complete in 4-6 hours.

Feb 24, 2009 | 11:12 PM

BadPiggy

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5-6 hours

Feb 25, 2009 | 06:44 AM

maineultraclassic

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Right around 4 hours sounds right. On the newer bikes there are no bearings to press on, so it makes it that much easier.

I did one last year for a guy in just under 4 hours, but his exhaust was already off so that made it go faster.

Steve

Feb 25, 2009 | 06:58 AM

stro1965

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Dropped mine off yesterday for this very reason. I'm using adjustable pushrods and was told that it would be 3 to 3 1/2 hours labor. I hope that's true!