Chevrolet dealer is charging me $8,000.00 to replace the CAM and lifters, is this right?

Hi,

I looked up the labor involved, and it shows 27 hours just for the camshaft. The reason it is so high is that most of the components on the engine block need to be removed to access the cam. The oil pan needs to be removed which requires the lowering of the front drive axle and so on.

As far as the lifters are concerned, it shows an additional 14 hours, but that shouldn't be charged because things will already be taken apart.

As far as parts are concerned, I attached two pics below showing parts and labor. Also, I just noticed the 27 hours is for a rear-wheel drive. If you look at the top of the page, you'll see I looked up 4wd. So, there is likely an add-on for labor.

I don't know what the labor rate is at the dealership, but I can see how it can add up really fast.

Just for curiosity, I looked up the cost of a new engine. You can get a new GM engine for a little over $4,000.00 plus there is less labor. The last two pics show that.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions. Also, let me know what they are charging for parts and labor so I can give you a better idea. Also, the hourly rate.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.