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Book time

Discussion in 'Volvo Forum' started by Mr Uturn, Jan 15, 2025.

  1. Jan 15, 2025 #1
    Mr Uturn

    Mr Uturn Light Load Member

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    Is there a way for to figure out what the book time is, or will be for a repair.
    Before I put my truck in the shop?
     
    Mr Uturn, Jan 15, 2025
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  3. Jan 15, 2025 #2
    AModelCat

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    The manufacturer will have standard repair times but I'll be the first to tell you they're bull####.

    Most manufacturers get their times by having a mechanic perform the repair 3 times back to back on a brand new and bone stock unit with all tools and specialty equipment at arm's reach. They use the fastest of the 3 times as the standard. In reality count on it taking 30-50% longer unless the guy doing it does that job 2 or 3 times a week, every week.
     
    AModelCat, Jan 15, 2025
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    cuzzin it Thanks this.
  4. Jan 16, 2025 #3
    Mr Uturn

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    but is there a way for me the customer. To find out what the "book time" is BEFORE putting truck in shop?
    Also my experiences have been the opposite of yours. For instance last week the dealer wanted to charge me 3 hours book time to change a sensor. I changed it myself with hand tools, outside in 20 degree weather, in less than an hour.
    So how long would it have taken a tech inside a warm shop?
     
    Mr Uturn, Jan 16, 2025
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