Local dealership is quoting me $1200 (7hours) to install these spacers. Seems kind of steep considering the initial quote was less than half that. Thoughts?
Seems pretty steep for just that job. I would call around and see what other qualified shops are better on the price. I will be doing this soon, haven't decided if I want to installl myself or have a shop. I think some dealers don't even wan't to deal with aftermarket parts, so they quote really high.
I got quoted $565 from a local independent 4x4 specialist to do just the fronts. That includes an alignment. If you are also doing the rears, it may not be that far off. Dealer rates I suspect will be higher as well.
Initial quote for me was $550. I suppose I should add that this is the same dealer from whom I’m buying the truck. Just waiting for the wheels/tires to arrive. Good call on the alignment! I’ll ask if the price quoted includes it as it was not specified in the phone call.
I just asked the Ford technician who worked on my recalls if he does side work. He said sure, and quoted me $600 with alignment. He did it at the dealership on his day off. He reprogrammed the correct ride height through the Ford software and even reprogrammed adaptive cruise system because the added 1.5" can change the camera beam parameters. So, please make sure if you add any height to your truck you perform this step. (its a safety issue) I just picked up my truck and the added 1.5" in front and rear is perfect even with stock 33's.