Paul wrote:
> First, I ask why you needed engine mounts replaced, these generally
> last for the life of the vehicle,

that's not true. rubber fatigues and breaks. check the rear trailing
arm bushing on any 1988-2000 civic to see what i mean. then check the
rear motor mount on the same vehicle [if you can see it] and you'll see
identical damage.

> and yes 135 for labor for replacing
> engine mounts seems high. This procedure should take a skilled
> mechanic 1 hour at the most and 135/hr labor rate is very high. As for
> the strut, generally struts are replaced in pairs but 135 is not too
> bad since there is a lot of work involved there. And for the wheel
> cylinder, I'm not sure what you mean by that. If you post more info I
> will be able to judge better.
> 444 wrote:
>> I live in the suburbs of a major northeastern U.S. city and had some work
>> done on my 2000-vintage Honda Odyssey just last week.
>>
>> They charged the following for labor:
>>
>> Replaced Front Engine Mount --- $135
>>
>> Replace R/F Strut --- $135
>>
>> Replace Both Wheel Cylinders --- $270
>>
>> Did I get hosed?
>>
>> Thanks.
>