Not really up on the Inteks , but yea that seems a bit high to me :shrug:
Then again, I know everything has gone up and it's been some time since I had any machine work done.
I guess the next question would be, are you supplying the parts? and do they have have to cut and install the new valve seat? If so then the price is prob fair for the work being done. Just my humble opinion.
Vic
Then again, I know everything has gone up and it's been some time since I had any machine work done.
I guess the next question would be, are you supplying the parts? and do they have have to cut and install the new valve seat? If so then the price is prob fair for the work being done. Just my humble opinion.
Vic
when it comes to any kind of machine work whether it's milling, boring etc, most of the cost comes from set up time and not the actual machine work itself... $100 to cut the head for a bigger seat and mill it sounds pretty fair if they know what they are doing.. Look up some karting shops online and give them a call and see what they charge..... I'm pretty sure I've seen some in the Georgia area when looking up things before..
Go to one of the karting DISCUSSION FORUMS and ask for recommendations for small engine performance/machine shops in your area. These guys will know who is good and who is not. Also, it is a much more objective point of view than just calling some shop you know nothing about= less RISK for you that someone will screw it up! While COST is certainly a reasonable and expected question, I would not place that as a priority in your selection of a machine shop. Instead, look for VALUE.:thumbsup:
Holy crap, today I dropped off an intek head to be milled .060" and that is going to cost $60. While I was there I ask the owner what would it cost to install a larger set of valves and seats and he said that it would be over $200 with me providing the parts. I think I will not do any more business with this guy as I am now convinced that he is way too high. What are you guys paying for larger valve installation?
Those prices aren't out of line.
Shaving a head is a pretty straightforward & simple process. That's why that was only $60.
A machinist that's actually good at what they do will command premium prices. You're not paying for a Joe-Bob in his basement with a drill press & belt sander to do it.
There is a LOT that goes into setup. When it comes to cutting larger seats & installing them, you're figuring on cutting angles, etc. Having a cut a few sets of seats, matching them to the valves, & finally installing them, it is not that easy of a job.
Shaving a head is a pretty straightforward & simple process. That's why that was only $60.
A machinist that's actually good at what they do will command premium prices. You're not paying for a Joe-Bob in his basement with a drill press & belt sander to do it.
There is a LOT that goes into setup. When it comes to cutting larger seats & installing them, you're figuring on cutting angles, etc. Having a cut a few sets of seats, matching them to the valves, & finally installing them, it is not that easy of a job.