hi gang!
I have a 1982 series 3 in the fleet and she needs some help with oil leaks.
The local shop I have used in the past gave me a quote of 33 hours to:
"vehicle leaks from rear main seal, oil pan and transfer case plate. Labour to drain related fluids, remove engine from vehicle, degrease and strip down timing chain cover and sump, then replacing both main seals, as if one seal is leaking, the second is likely to fail shortly. Clean all gasket mating surfaces, and re-seal all parts removed with new gaskets. return engine to vehicle, fit new engine mounts if needed. Connect up all ancillary connections, refill all removed fluids and run engine. Check for leaks."
this amount of hours seems a little high to me! The truck was totally restored about 5 years ago and is very very clean. Rust will not be an issue at all and she should come apart with ease.
I was thinking more like 15-20 hours for this job?
Any input on this is greatly appreciated.