I have a Canyon 2.8 diesel and I do all the oil change and fuel filter changes myself. Its not that bad and a dealership, especially, is always going to rake you over the coals on cost. Where I am at, overhead costs are high for even the smaller shops, so their prices aren't much better. If you want convenience, take it to a shop... if you want value, do it yourself. Also, amazing mullet, Mr J.D.... Amazing.
Point taken, but the only time I found it necessary to run the priming procedure is when I ran the truck out of fuel at speed. Like I prefaced in my video it wasn't a how to video on Duramax fuel filter replacement. @demonworks has a great fuel filter video here. ua-cam.com/video/SSKUcy5Yyd4/v-deo.htmlsi=3ErY2NfyWUNaar94 Thanks for watching.
@@robedmund9948 With these new trucks that have the electric assist pump, priming the system can't get any easier. For anyone that has had to deal with equipment of the past that hopefully had a piddly little hand primer, pre-filling the filters before spinning on was almost mandatory and even then it took a lot of pumping to get the fuel system primed by the hand pump. One mistake by not priming and cranking the engine over ... thoughts of ending yourself were very real !.
Maybe the dealership has a minimum 30 min labor charge ? I agree this is an easy job. I always prime after changing being a big diesel guy. Nice video.
When I questioned the service advisor about the charge, I got the "Thats what’s in the computer" explanation, the conversation deteriorated from there, so I just paid and left. Thanks for watching.
I just had this conversation today . As long as I'm able to drive up my ramps & crawl under my vehicles , I'll do it myself . The Dealer gouge , & the prices at these specialty locations are obscene .
At the end of the day this truck should cost no more for routine maintenance that a similar gas model. My 2018 6.2 truck took 8 quarts of oil so in theory it should have cost more to service. Thanks for watching.
@@jondega I agree since I own/owned both the 6.2 and 3.0. I do/did most of the maintenance myself and both have nearly identical maintenance requirements.
You can get the filter socket on Amazon for $4.34 www.amazon.com/36mm-Diesel-Filter-Socket-Wrench/dp/B07V37DXZ1 and obviously there are more to choose from of different quality and price. This socket can be driven with a wrench or a ratchet, that plus a drain pan and clean up supplies is all you need. Ramps would be nice not absolutely necessary.
@@jordanhannah5839 Jordon I was trading my trucks in as soon as the warranty expired but when I started shopping for this trucks replacement I realized that I was going to purchase the exact same truck I choose to keep driving. I'm know trying to decide if I do the timing belt maintenance, tires and brakes and driver it another 100K or if I trade it now. But to answer your question I would and will absolutely "buy it again" the only other concerns I have had was an oil leak.
Hello, thanks for the video. I have the same exact truck with 74,000 miles. I do most of my own maintenance also. Just curious if you have had any motor issues with your truck? Thanks!
My truck just turned 144K on the way home tonight. Other than a pesky oil leak I have had no problems with the engine or the rest of the truck for that matter. I'm currently trying to decide if I change the oil pump drive belt and go for another 100K or if I trade it on the exact same truck. Thanks for watching.
I had the same issue with an oil leak that thankfully was covered under warranty at 50k. They had to remove the transmission so I had them replace the belt. I should be good on that until 200k.
I know going to the dealership for sevice is insanely expensive.....therefore whatever I can do to eliminate that is what I do.....taking it there thinking your getting a deal on one end and being ok with them taking a loss but then butthurt on the other end when they recoup isnt really fair......I dont put myself in that position to begin with who in the hell can make $12 oil change profitable they get you in the door with those deals and you took it bait, line and hook
I do most of my own maintenance on all three vehicles I own. I have the time, I have the tools, and I have the know-how. Most people do not. Factor in the time it takes for the tech to go get your vehicle, drive it into the bay, get it on the lift, perform the service, get it off the lift, and return it to the holding lot, and $145 doesn't seem so bad. Especially for someone who has no tools, no garage, or no knowledge. Like you said, "What's your time worth?" Their time is worth $$$ too, as are their tools and their facilities. And I am NOT a fan of dealerships.
I was a dealer mechanic for years, and we were paid "Flat Rate" back then. I realize there is a lot a time provided by several people to get your vehicle to and from the mechanic for the actual service to be performed: It's an inefficient business model. I operate under a policy of a "fair price". Fair for the customer, fair for the business, and fair for the employee. Thanks for watching.
Agree brother & rather do myself too so I know what work quality is going into my vehicles. Even on tire rotations these techs will scratch up your wheels imagine what else they can mess up.
Wow $300 sounds insane. I don't mind paying for service as long it's a fair price. But, it seams like you and I had the same fix for the dealers pricing. Thanks for watching.
My video was not a "how to" and it's just how I do it. Here is the best video I have found and it follows the official GM procedure, ua-cam.com/video/-GRS9glAYqs/v-deo.htmlsi=LgqJxqTRwHazaWue. Thanks for watching. I'm going to put a link in the discription.
At 140k miles I'm going to find out the cost for replacement soon. Since you have to pull the transmission to perform the change I'm sure the associated costs will be substantial; Thanks for watching.
The oil pump belt that's in the back of the motor that you must remove the transmission to service. That belt? No, I haven't I'm at 140K and I know I need to do it soon. Would you like to see a video about that? Thanks for watching.
Holy shit no prime on the fuel filter change I’ve worked on heavy diesel equipment and my 15 6.6 lml and purging can be a bitch and when I do it on my truck the whole wheel well has to come off fuck ya ill do that show me an oil change on that damn thing
I'll get an oil change / maintenance video in the que. Like you I've worked on my fair share of medium and HD diesels so I feel your pain. Thanks for watching!
@@Jakerthesnaker yup ran into one of them many months ago. Advertised as real, but it wasn’t. I reamed them in the review and got my refund. The real ones are around $30-35 dollars and state made in checz republic I believe.
I don't believe their oil change price is loss leader. They buy it by the barrel and get it for 2.50 to 3.25 a quart in my best guess. I can buy 1 quart for 8 dollars of oil for my 5.3l or my VW atlas euro car. Or get 5 quarts for 24 dollars. 4.80 a quart and I'm not a dealer nor do I buy barrels of oil in mass volumes. They are banking on this oil changes and especially fuel filters.
It's maybe a break even to get you into the dealership. Heck you get a free oil change with the truck so you'll know where the service department is. Thanks for watching!
Anybody here crying ever change a refrigerator water/ice filter!!? You can't really "prime" those..only flush out about 3 gallons to "prime" the filter and get the air out..is it better after a little while!!?? Yes? Ok, we'll that's how this works on the fuel filter..if you want, pour a little diesel in the filter before you screw it in lol
I definitely would not pay you for 6 minutes worth of labor to change my filter. I would rather pay .5 hours at shop rate for someone to do it correctly and not get Diesel all over my frame and interior.
Do you have any idea what goes on in a dealership service bay? Yes, there are some very talented and conscious techs but, there are just as many hacks out there. My video was not meant to be a tutorial and trust me I did not get diesel in my interior. 6 minuets is 1 tenth of an hour and that's how shops bill labor. I made the video for my own editorial moment it's not what I do for a living, check out my other videos your opinion may change. Thanks for watching.
@@jondega With over 24 years in the bay, I would wager I have more of an idea of what goes on than you do. You weren't complaining about hacks or improper repairs, you were whining about the cost. You thought .5 hr was too high. I think you are high. I saw with my own eyes that you got diesel in your interior, I also saw with my own eyes that you did an edit where you couldn't figure out how to even reset your fuel filter life, so you didn't add your struggling to the time-lapse. You also didn't add in your clean up of your mess or the time to dispose your diesel and old parts. You didn't add in the time to do the proper priming of the system. I have no problem with you saying that doing the service yourself will save money, because it absolutely does and I encourage others to do their own services. As a technician I would always rather not do your services for you, they don't make money, they are a loss overall for the technician and the shop. What I do take issue with is you are calling it a rip-off. You have no clue.
@@SuperTurbocoupe Going to be honest here; I wasn’t going to and probably shouldn’t reply to this comment; But being told that I have “No Clue” and being accused of being “High” is insulting and made even worse given my background, accomplishments, and how I conduct myself. The following is my response to SuperTurboCoupe: I know that I play up the “Florida Man” thing and maybe that’s why you think I’m Clueless. I assume with “24 years in the bay” that you’re in your mid-forties, so when I was “In the bay” you were still watching Romper Room. I was a Ford Dealer Mechanic while I was going to college graduating with a degree in Automotive technology, I am also a Certified Master Automobile Technician, Master Collision Repair Technician, Master Heavy Truck Technician, Master Truck Equipment Technician, Advanced Level Specialist, Etc. I was certified in Electric Engine Control by Ford Motor Company in 1987, Etc. Etc. I left the dealership to work for EG&G Automotive Research doing Recall emissions testing for the EPA. However, being locked in a windowless laboratory did not suit me and I returned to dealership prior to going out on my own so yes, I have a very good idea of what goes on. I founded and successfully operated Springfield Motorsport and the Worx Garage, LLC before relocating to Florida to pursue automotive restoration on a Concours level eventually helping to found and manage Rare Classics Restorations, LLC were I’m still at. During the video I made it clear that this was not a “How To” on changing a fuel filter, that I don’t begrudge anyone getting paid for providing a service and that it was my “Editorial Moment” I write and have to present invoices to my clients and realize that a properly funded and managed restoration takes between 12 and 18 months with literally thousands of hours of labor billed. So, I spend a lot of time reading my invoices to make sure that they read correctly, that they are correct and most importantly that I’m charging the correct amount for the service performed. This is why when I was physically at the dealership for less time that was charged on the invoice, I questioned the service advisor and was basically given the that’s what’s in the computer answer I felt that I had been charged incorrectly. Don’t recall if I used the term “Ripped Off” or not, if I did, I apologize. Before you or anyone say “Flat Rate” my response is what I’ve always said: “It has to be a fair price, for the customer, the shop, and the technician” I didn’t think it was fair especially after the next change I did myself and saw what was involved. I understand and make it clear in the video that there are many more people at the dealership that the labor charge must pay, not just the technician. You have a point about getting the part from the parts counter, bringing the vehicle in, cleaning up etc. all very valid points but, my vehicle was already on the rack and all the ancillary time should have been accounted for. Maybe my shop practices aren’t up to your standards or my video editing skills and resetting anything on the dash without the official scan tool is hit or miss; at least that’s what my experience has been. Doesn’t matter if I’m right or wrong I was just sharing my experience and opinion, and you are certainly welcome to yours. My intent was not to attack anyone just to point out that the dealership could have handled things differently. These trucks cost in the mid $60k and it would be nice if you got a little service after the sale and felt good about it; maybe build a little customer loyalty. I’ve never been to Wyoming, so I don’t know how people treat each other there and I hope you’re the exception. I’m sure there are several things I’m clueless about, but automotive service and dealership operations isn’t one of them. But to insinuate that I’m “High” (I assume there is a controlled substance reference there) crosses the line. It’s a shame as you and I probably have a lot in common that you chose this route rather than taking the opportunity to share your opinion, experience, and expertise in a polite and professional manner.
Id rather pay the dealership / shop markup just to not have to lay under the truck, get soaked in fuel, get shit in my face or eyes and risk breaking something. You save some money DIY but its not worth it really. If you can afford a brand new truck, you can afford professional service. I DIY what I feel comfortable doing, but its never about saving money its about learning and knowing I 100% could do it myself if I need to. Im not about to try and replace my own windshield next time, Ill happily pay the professionals their fees. What if the fuel filter canister broke when you started undoing it? A dealership will stand behind their service and fix what they break, they are liable. If you break it, youre shit out of luck and out of transportation now.
If the dealership charged a price that was commiserate with the service being provided I would opt to have them do it but, their pricing is akin to purchasing a tuna fish sandwich at the airport. So I will continue to lay in Sh*t. Oh and by the way I am a professional with 30+ years experience, I hold every Master Technician designation including Diesel as well as a Degree in Automotive Technology I earned in the 80's / Just saying.
@@jondega Nothing but respect to you for working on automotive professionally for 30 years. It’s not an easy trade, anyone who says it is, is lying. I just think some jobs are worth paying the upcharge, some are not. That’s a good question for everyone to answer. Thankfully we can still legally work on our own vehicles and buy parts online.
GMC PICKUPS..STEERING SHAFT BREAKING..TAILGATE OPENING WHILE DRIVING..BRAKES APPLIED WITH NOTHING IN THE PATH OF THE VEHICLE..AFM LIFTERS..TRANSMISSIONS AND DIFFERENTIAL LOCKING UP..PATHETIC..
Make durn sure if you change the filter you clean that housing of all the debris. Anything that is in the bowl goes directly into pump...there will be sediment in there. I have never seen one that was clean....
I have a Canyon 2.8 diesel and I do all the oil change and fuel filter changes myself. Its not that bad and a dealership, especially, is always going to rake you over the coals on cost. Where I am at, overhead costs are high for even the smaller shops, so their prices aren't much better. If you want convenience, take it to a shop... if you want value, do it yourself. Also, amazing mullet, Mr J.D.... Amazing.
Scott, I agree. Thanks for the Amazing compliment!
very good to know, I agree with your logic on pricing.
Thanks Mathew
You should absolutely follow the priming procedure if you care about your high pressure pump and injectors
Point taken, but the only time I found it necessary to run the priming procedure is when I ran the truck out of fuel at speed. Like I prefaced in my video it wasn't a how to video on Duramax fuel filter replacement. @demonworks has a great fuel filter video here. ua-cam.com/video/SSKUcy5Yyd4/v-deo.htmlsi=3ErY2NfyWUNaar94 Thanks for watching.
Totally agree with that statement.
Especially since it's so dang simple to do and only takes a minute. Press and hold the start button WITHOUT your foot on the brake pedal. VIOLA!
@@robedmund9948 With these new trucks that have the electric assist pump, priming the system can't get any easier. For anyone that has had to deal with equipment of the past that hopefully had a piddly little hand primer, pre-filling the filters before spinning on was almost mandatory and even then it took a lot of pumping to get the fuel system primed by the hand pump. One mistake by not priming and cranking the engine over ... thoughts of ending yourself were very real !.
Exactly. Not to mention the diesel he got all over the interior of the truck. Perhaps he just expects that to be what happens?
DIY oil changes have come down in cost now that WalMart and AutoZone sell 0w/20 Mobil 1 ESP x2 Dexos oil in a 5 quart jug. Thanks for video.
Your welcome, Thanks for watching
Maybe the dealership has a minimum 30 min labor charge ? I agree this is an easy job. I always prime after changing being a big diesel guy. Nice video.
When I questioned the service advisor about the charge, I got the "Thats what’s in the computer" explanation, the conversation deteriorated from there, so I just paid and left. Thanks for watching.
I just had this conversation today . As long as I'm able to drive up my ramps & crawl under my vehicles , I'll do it myself . The Dealer gouge , & the prices at these specialty locations are obscene .
Kind of like food concessions at the airport. Thanks for watching
Welcome to the world of Diesel my friend
nope. $145 is a complete rip-off for a $50 job. It takes 5 minutes to do.
At the end of the day this truck should cost no more for routine maintenance that a similar gas model. My 2018 6.2 truck took 8 quarts of oil so in theory it should have cost more to service. Thanks for watching.
Agreed, Thanks for watching
@@jondega I agree since I own/owned both the 6.2 and 3.0. I do/did most of the maintenance myself and both have nearly identical maintenance requirements.
True words Jon!
Florida Ron, meet Florida Jon. Glad you agree, Love your thumb nail. Thanks for watching
Just bought a wix fuel filter for $38. Took me 15 mins to change.
That's great! I've had 2 other viewers comment that their dealer was charging them $345 for a fuel filter, can you believe that? Thanks for watching.
Right there would be an expense but worth it in the long, I need the proper tools!
You can get the filter socket on Amazon for $4.34 www.amazon.com/36mm-Diesel-Filter-Socket-Wrench/dp/B07V37DXZ1 and obviously there are more to choose from of different quality and price. This socket can be driven with a wrench or a ratchet, that plus a drain pan and clean up supplies is all you need. Ramps would be nice not absolutely necessary.
How many miles do you have on this truck now? I am thinking about purchasing a 2020 with 60k on with a 3.0 as well. Great video!
144K and counting. Thanks for watching.
@ yes sir! Have you had any issues with it except for the ripoff dealer? Truck wise would you buy it again?
@@jordanhannah5839 Jordon I was trading my trucks in as soon as the warranty expired but when I started shopping for this trucks replacement I realized that I was going to purchase the exact same truck I choose to keep driving. I'm know trying to decide if I do the timing belt maintenance, tires and brakes and driver it another 100K or if I trade it now. But to answer your question I would and will absolutely "buy it again" the only other concerns I have had was an oil leak.
@@jondegathey changed the interval for the oil belt to 200k miles so you’re good
@@ZmannR2 Thanks!
Hello, thanks for the video. I have the same exact truck with 74,000 miles. I do most of my own maintenance also. Just curious if you have had any motor issues with your truck? Thanks!
My truck just turned 144K on the way home tonight. Other than a pesky oil leak I have had no problems with the engine or the rest of the truck for that matter. I'm currently trying to decide if I change the oil pump drive belt and go for another 100K or if I trade it on the exact same truck. Thanks for watching.
I had the same issue with an oil leak that thankfully was covered under warranty at 50k. They had to remove the transmission so I had them replace the belt. I should be good on that until 200k.
I know going to the dealership for sevice is insanely expensive.....therefore whatever I can do to eliminate that is what I do.....taking it there thinking your getting a deal on one end and being ok with them taking a loss but then butthurt on the other end when they recoup isnt really fair......I dont put myself in that position to begin with
who in the hell can make $12 oil change profitable
they get you in the door with those deals and you took it bait, line and hook
Yes, a true loss leader. Thanks for watching
I do most of my own maintenance on all three vehicles I own. I have the time, I have the tools, and I have the know-how. Most people do not. Factor in the time it takes for the tech to go get your vehicle, drive it into the bay, get it on the lift, perform the service, get it off the lift, and return it to the holding lot, and $145 doesn't seem so bad. Especially for someone who has no tools, no garage, or no knowledge. Like you said, "What's your time worth?" Their time is worth $$$ too, as are their tools and their facilities. And I am NOT a fan of dealerships.
I was a dealer mechanic for years, and we were paid "Flat Rate" back then. I realize there is a lot a time provided by several people to get your vehicle to and from the mechanic for the actual service to be performed: It's an inefficient business model. I operate under a policy of a "fair price". Fair for the customer, fair for the business, and fair for the employee. Thanks for watching.
Agree brother & rather do myself too so I know what work quality is going into my vehicles. Even on tire rotations these techs will scratch up your wheels imagine what else they can mess up.
The stealer here charges over MSRP for the filter, installed while they are changing the oil, they add $300 to the bill. I change them myself.
Wow $300 sounds insane. I don't mind paying for service as long it's a fair price. But, it seams like you and I had the same fix for the dealers pricing. Thanks for watching.
My dealers charges me 185 for oil change 325 for the fuel filter
Wow, you might want to shop around those prices seem very high even by dealership standards. Thanks for watching.
I watched another video where they did follow a priming procedure.
My video was not a "how to" and it's just how I do it. Here is the best video I have found and it follows the official GM procedure, ua-cam.com/video/-GRS9glAYqs/v-deo.htmlsi=LgqJxqTRwHazaWue. Thanks for watching. I'm going to put a link in the discription.
What’s the cost for oil pump belt replacement?
At 140k miles I'm going to find out the cost for replacement soon. Since you have to pull the transmission to perform the change I'm sure the associated costs will be substantial; Thanks for watching.
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Thanks for watching!
I believe the dealership owes Jon Some money for not naming them.
Well there is only one GMC dealer in West Palm Beach. Thanks for watching
did you change that timing belt yet?
The oil pump belt that's in the back of the motor that you must remove the transmission to service. That belt? No, I haven't I'm at 140K and I know I need to do it soon. Would you like to see a video about that? Thanks for watching.
@@jondegaI’d like to see a video on that!
Filter was 30. Oil change is about 50 to 55
Right on the filter I think your light on the oil change; are you buying Dexos D? Thanks for watching
Holy shit no prime on the fuel filter change I’ve worked on heavy diesel equipment and my 15 6.6 lml and purging can be a bitch and when I do it on my truck the whole wheel well has to come off fuck ya ill do that show me an oil change on that damn thing
I'll get an oil change / maintenance video in the que. Like you I've worked on my fair share of medium and HD diesels so I feel your pain. Thanks for watching!
$30 from Amazon and ten minutes.
$35 from Amazon and six minuets; Thanks for watching
@@jondega well I just bought one last week for $30 and the extra 4 minutes was for putting the truck on ramps to make it easier. 😜
Careful with those Amazon filters, some of them are not true acdelco filters, but instead a Chinese clone in the exact same box and same part number
@@Jakerthesnaker yup ran into one of them many months ago. Advertised as real, but it wasn’t. I reamed them in the review and got my refund. The real ones are around $30-35 dollars and state made in checz republic I believe.
@jakesvideos8204 yep ,then warranty will screw ya when you need it, probably won't lube it up either 😂
I don't believe their oil change price is loss leader. They buy it by the barrel and get it for 2.50 to 3.25 a quart in my best guess. I can buy 1 quart for 8 dollars of oil for my 5.3l or my VW atlas euro car. Or get 5 quarts for 24 dollars. 4.80 a quart and I'm not a dealer nor do I buy barrels of oil in mass volumes. They are banking on this oil changes and especially fuel filters.
It's maybe a break even to get you into the dealership. Heck you get a free oil change with the truck so you'll know where the service department is. Thanks for watching!
Anybody here crying ever change a refrigerator water/ice filter!!? You can't really "prime" those..only flush out about 3 gallons to "prime" the filter and get the air out..is it better after a little while!!?? Yes? Ok, we'll that's how this works on the fuel filter..if you want, pour a little diesel in the filter before you screw it in lol
Great analogy, maybe they should call it "Purging" not priming. Thanks for watching.
I definitely would not pay you for 6 minutes worth of labor to change my filter. I would rather pay .5 hours at shop rate for someone to do it correctly and not get Diesel all over my frame and interior.
Do you have any idea what goes on in a dealership service bay? Yes, there are some very talented and conscious techs but, there are just as many hacks out there. My video was not meant to be a tutorial and trust me I did not get diesel in my interior. 6 minuets is 1 tenth of an hour and that's how shops bill labor. I made the video for my own editorial moment it's not what I do for a living, check out my other videos your opinion may change. Thanks for watching.
@@jondega With over 24 years in the bay, I would wager I have more of an idea of what goes on than you do. You weren't complaining about hacks or improper repairs, you were whining about the cost. You thought .5 hr was too high. I think you are high. I saw with my own eyes that you got diesel in your interior, I also saw with my own eyes that you did an edit where you couldn't figure out how to even reset your fuel filter life, so you didn't add your struggling to the time-lapse. You also didn't add in your clean up of your mess or the time to dispose your diesel and old parts. You didn't add in the time to do the proper priming of the system. I have no problem with you saying that doing the service yourself will save money, because it absolutely does and I encourage others to do their own services. As a technician I would always rather not do your services for you, they don't make money, they are a loss overall for the technician and the shop. What I do take issue with is you are calling it a rip-off. You have no clue.
@@SuperTurbocoupe Going to be honest here; I wasn’t going to and probably shouldn’t reply to this comment; But being told that I have “No Clue” and being accused of being “High” is insulting and made even worse given my background, accomplishments, and how I conduct myself. The following is my response to SuperTurboCoupe:
I know that I play up the “Florida Man” thing and maybe that’s why you think I’m Clueless. I assume with “24 years in the bay” that you’re in your mid-forties, so when I was “In the bay” you were still watching Romper Room. I was a Ford Dealer Mechanic while I was going to college graduating with a degree in Automotive technology, I am also a Certified Master Automobile Technician, Master Collision Repair Technician, Master Heavy Truck Technician, Master Truck Equipment Technician, Advanced Level Specialist, Etc. I was certified in Electric Engine Control by Ford Motor Company in 1987, Etc. Etc. I left the dealership to work for EG&G Automotive Research doing Recall emissions testing for the EPA. However, being locked in a windowless laboratory did not suit me and I returned to dealership prior to going out on my own so yes, I have a very good idea of what goes on. I founded and successfully operated Springfield Motorsport and the Worx Garage, LLC before relocating to Florida to pursue automotive restoration on a Concours level eventually helping to found and manage Rare Classics Restorations, LLC were I’m still at.
During the video I made it clear that this was not a “How To” on changing a fuel filter, that I don’t begrudge anyone getting paid for providing a service and that it was my “Editorial Moment” I write and have to present invoices to my clients and realize that a properly funded and managed restoration takes between 12 and 18 months with literally thousands of hours of labor billed. So, I spend a lot of time reading my invoices to make sure that they read correctly, that they are correct and most importantly that I’m charging the correct amount for the service performed. This is why when I was physically at the dealership for less time that was charged on the invoice, I questioned the service advisor and was basically given the that’s what’s in the computer answer I felt that I had been charged incorrectly. Don’t recall if I used the term “Ripped Off” or not, if I did, I apologize. Before you or anyone say “Flat Rate” my response is what I’ve always said: “It has to be a fair price, for the customer, the shop, and the technician” I didn’t think it was fair especially after the next change I did myself and saw what was involved. I understand and make it clear in the video that there are many more people at the dealership that the labor charge must pay, not just the technician. You have a point about getting the part from the parts counter, bringing the vehicle in, cleaning up etc. all very valid points but, my vehicle was already on the rack and all the ancillary time should have been accounted for.
Maybe my shop practices aren’t up to your standards or my video editing skills and resetting anything on the dash without the official scan tool is hit or miss; at least that’s what my experience has been. Doesn’t matter if I’m right or wrong I was just sharing my experience and opinion, and you are certainly welcome to yours. My intent was not to attack anyone just to point out that the dealership could have handled things differently. These trucks cost in the mid $60k and it would be nice if you got a little service after the sale and felt good about it; maybe build a little customer loyalty.
I’ve never been to Wyoming, so I don’t know how people treat each other there and I hope you’re the exception. I’m sure there are several things I’m clueless about, but automotive service and dealership operations isn’t one of them. But to insinuate that I’m “High” (I assume there is a controlled substance reference there) crosses the line. It’s a shame as you and I probably have a lot in common that you chose this route rather than taking the opportunity to share your opinion, experience, and expertise in a polite and professional manner.
Id rather pay the dealership / shop markup just to not have to lay under the truck, get soaked in fuel, get shit in my face or eyes and risk breaking something. You save some money DIY but its not worth it really. If you can afford a brand new truck, you can afford professional service. I DIY what I feel comfortable doing, but its never about saving money its about learning and knowing I 100% could do it myself if I need to. Im not about to try and replace my own windshield next time, Ill happily pay the professionals their fees.
What if the fuel filter canister broke when you started undoing it? A dealership will stand behind their service and fix what they break, they are liable. If you break it, youre shit out of luck and out of transportation now.
Ive done Differential oil changes before but that stuff makes your hands stink for DAYS and will ruin your driveway.
If the dealership charged a price that was commiserate with the service being provided I would opt to have them do it but, their pricing is akin to purchasing a tuna fish sandwich at the airport. So I will continue to lay in Sh*t. Oh and by the way I am a professional with 30+ years experience, I hold every Master Technician designation including Diesel as well as a Degree in Automotive Technology I earned in the 80's / Just saying.
My EX could always tell when I cam home from work if I had done any axle work that day. Thanks for watching!
@@jondega Nothing but respect to you for working on automotive professionally for 30 years. It’s not an easy trade, anyone who says it is, is lying.
I just think some jobs are worth paying the upcharge, some are not. That’s a good question for everyone to answer. Thankfully we can still legally work on our own vehicles and buy parts online.
@@FrenchBeefCDN Thank you and I certainly don't disagree with you. I was highly supportive of the right to repair legislation also.
GMC PICKUPS..STEERING SHAFT BREAKING..TAILGATE OPENING WHILE DRIVING..BRAKES APPLIED WITH NOTHING IN THE PATH OF THE VEHICLE..AFM LIFTERS..TRANSMISSIONS AND DIFFERENTIAL LOCKING UP..PATHETIC..
Just curious what you drive? I've had 3 GMC trucks and have yet to experience any of those concerns?
Make durn sure if you change the filter you clean that housing of all the debris. Anything that is in the bowl goes directly into pump...there will be sediment in there. I have never seen one that was clean....