In every state that I know of, there exists what is called "flat rate". It is a guideline as to what a shop can charge you per job. Keep in mind that is a maximum limit. Not a starting point. A good tech should be able to half that time. So, there is always room for negotiation. And, after giving a written estimate, and getting a SIGNED R.O., (repair order) I could not exceede that estimate by more than 10 percent, without getting a re-sign, from the customer. There are laws out there to protect you. You should always know your rights. You also have a right to have your old parts returned to you. That in itself could be a wealth of knowledge. Chuck......
Actually by the time you figure the labor involved to repair one.. it might be better to purchase a rebuilt one from your automotive parts store and install it or have it installed
Each shop has their own establashed labor rate as a flat fee. Then each repair has a published time (in hours) that it should take a qulified technician to complete the repair. Then the hours are added up and multiplied by the labor rate.
A Chilton's Automotive Repair manual will have a diagram for the vacuum lines for the 1988 Supra Turbo. This is an inexpensive manual when compared to the labor costs. It is about $25 at most automotive parts stores.
~$400 on OEM parts + 8 hours of labor
Total repair is @$380.00 1.8 hours for labor plus parts.
Amount(hours worked)
The part is around $300.00 plus 6 hours of labor. If the rate in your area is $100.00 this would be a $900.00 repair.The part is around $300.00 plus 6 hours of labor. If the rate in your area is $100.00 this would be a $900.00 repair.
Direct labor for manufacturing = direct labor for one unit * total number of units manufactured
If you a hydrolic lifter... Lifter is about $20 + plus labor 1-2 hours.
8 hours labor plus $67 for the part.
Direct Labour Cost per Unit = total direct labour cost / total units produced
Of course.