Engine rebuild for a Golf MK3 GTI 2.0 8v - PRICING HERE

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Hi guys

I though this info might be useful. I'm in the market for an upgrade to my 1990 Jetta - been considering the Golf 3 GTI.
During my research I received a quotation for an engine rebuild on a '95 GTI MK3 2.0l 8v.

Here's the quotation (perhaps valuable as a ballpark figure):

LABOUR:

DISMANTLE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY 286.60
CHEM CLEAN COMPLETE ASSEMBLY 398.68
SURFACE GRIND C/HEAD (ALLOY) 273.22
PRESSURE TEST CYL HEAD 219.48
FIT VALVE GUIDES PER EACH ALLOY H 267.84
LAP IN & ASSEMBLE VALVES 122.72
REFACE VALVE SEATS 245.60
REFACE VALVES 100.48
SET HYDRAULIC VALVE-HEIGHTS 134.40
REBORE & HONE Cylinder 544.87
SURFACE GRIND BLOCK Cylinder 308.68
CHECKFIT MAIN BRG HOUSINGS 186.05
GRIND CRANK SHAFT 567.09
CHECK C/ROD HOUSING - FIT BEARING 130.92
FIT-MACH S/END BUSH - ALIGN ROD 296.26
COMPLETE ASSEMBLY (PETROL) Engine 530.35
SKIM FLYWHEEL PASS 238.69
PLUG FIT AND SUPPLY WELSCH PLUGS 335.61

Labour Sub Total R 7187.54

PARTS:

REMOVE & REFIT ENGINE 3 000.00
1 OIL LITER 157.50
1 ANTIFREEZE 117.60
1 GASKETSEALER 49.00
1 SUNDRIES 45.00
1 PISTONS & RINGS 1 694.00
1 M/BEARINGS 244.30
1 B/END BEARINGS 141.40
1 OILPUMP 510.30
1 OILFILTER 52.74
1 WATERPUMP 177.80
1 CONVERSION GASKET SET 247.80
1 HEAD GASKET SET 440.30
1 THERMOSTAT 60.65
1 THERMOSTAT HOUSING 58.91
1 THRUSTWASHER SET 0 78.20
1 CYL HEAD STRETCH BOLTS 109.42
1 CONROD BOLTS 160.16
1 CONROD NUTS 37.30
1 VALVE GUIDES 256.03
1 HYDRAULIC LIFTERS 585.31
1 TIMING BELT 90.73
1 TIMING BELT TENSIONER 6 117.26
1 CLUTCHKIT 1 706.21
1 CLEAN & CHECK RADIATOR 0 455.00
1 AIRFILTER 162.71
1 FUELFILTER 181.86
1 S/END BUSHES 95.26

Parts Sub Total R11 032.75

GRAND TOTAL: R17 493.61
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Everytime I see one of these I remember why I'm no longer in business. I totally undercharged....

This one I find very interesting..
SET HYDRAULIC VALVE-HEIGHTS 134.40
Wonder how you do that?.
But this is nothing. I saw a bill the other day for rebuilding a N/A 2.5 L subaru engine. R74k....
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Now for that price I can peronally fit a few 2E import motors !

I would also like to know how this guy sets hydrolic liftes ?!? (that set themselfs)
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I've worked it out. He charges R134,40 to turn the key to get the engine to start so that the lifters can set themselves...
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"PLUG FIT AND SUPPLY WELSCH PLUGS 335.61"
Pay that when the motor is still in I can kinda understand ? when the motor is out it's like what a 2 min job ?

"LAP IN & ASSEMBLE VALVES 122.72"
The lap in part I understand but how do you assemble a valve ?

"PRESSURE TEST CYL HEAD 219.48"
Why ? your rebuilding the thing in any case ?

"GRIND CRANK SHAFT 567.09"
Not something I would do . Ok I suppose on a NA car but defn not on a turbo car.

"REMOVE & REFIT ENGINE 3 000.00"
It's a crap job but sheesh !

I'm so glad that when I was a lightie my dad made me help him on his cars !!!
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DotDubb wrote:DIY! :wink:
DIY FTW! If you have the skills of course.

17K for that is a bit rough. I rebuilt my ADY motor with fresh rings, bearings, gaskets etc AND added a turbo kit for just over 15K.
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For 17k a nice ABF conversion could be done :evil:
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joggiep the valve assembly im sure means fit valves with springs retainers etc. and pressure testing the head isnt for checking if the valve and its sealing surface is holding, its so you know the head isnt cracked and a waste of your money before you build the entire head over.
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I wish i had skills to do a DIY conversion. But i dont, therefore im confined and limited to Only deal with these oakes...
Hopefully i can get a job that pays.

What would you guys think is the perfect 1st time project car?
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Golf 1.

Chico or Shuttle would be my bet. Simple and easy to get at things. Parts are cheap and easy to get.
That makes for a good learning car.

DIY, isn't hard. It just takes time and effort to start with. After a few cock up's and a so on, you learn. Also, read, read, read. With forums like this available, it's loads easier.
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ShardOfJade wrote:DIY, isn't hard. It just takes time and effort to start with. After a few cock up's and a so on, you learn. Also, read, read, read. With forums like this available, it's loads easier.
+1.

I use to know fokall about mechanical issues before. After reading the advice thats given to many others on this forum from experienced and helpful individuals, I have learnt alot. So many have dropped 2L motors in their cars here that some can even do with their eyes closed.

It just takes patience I guess and a post or two on this forum and you should be sorted in no time. I would suggest that for 17k, get yourself the motor, a good toolbox and a couple friends to assisst you and once completed, you can give them a huge party & still have remainder cash.

The forum guys are very helpful and your location helps. Lotsa okes from here live in and around Jhb that Im sure will be willing to help you out at a minimal fee offcourse.
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Im starting with my first Job this coming week, then i can finally complete my dream to build a project car!! YAY :crazy:
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Please can you give me the contact detail of the place that gave you the quote?
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Thaariq wrote: Thu Jun 07, 2018 1:50 pm Please can you give me the contact detail of the place that gave you the quote?
I hope that in the 8 years since he got that quote, they have sorted out their pricing.
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Neuk wrote: Thu Jun 07, 2018 2:15 pm
Thaariq wrote: Thu Jun 07, 2018 1:50 pm Please can you give me the contact detail of the place that gave you the quote?
I hope that in the 8 years since he got that quote, they have sorted out their pricing.
I didn't see the date when it was posted
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I know it's 10 years later and the quote has radiator extra and so on,but what is a ballpark figure to do an 8v with the "usual" replacement parts like rings,valve guides,big ends etc (without new pistons and new valves and things like that,just a good rebuild if nothing major needs replacing)?
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Brandy01 wrote: Sun Oct 04, 2020 9:48 am I know it's 10 years later and the quote has radiator extra and so on,but what is a ballpark figure to do an 8v with the "usual" replacement parts like rings,valve guides,big ends etc (without new pistons and new valves and things like that,just a good rebuild if nothing major needs replacing)?
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