What did you do with your Grenadier today?

[IGL]

Today we've been to the Cinque Torri in South Tyrol for a hike.

 

[Pat]

Today we've been to the Cinque Torri in South Tyrol for a hike. View attachment 7869891

Stunning. One of my favorite areas in the Dolomites and in particular in the winter.

 

[Lollo050968]

ME, the guy in the middle, August/September 1994 ON one of the Cinque Torri Really nice place this area

 

[Jean Mercier]

On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)

Reference	Description	unit price	units	total
I003000	second service		2​	250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600	Oil Filter	25.80​	1​	25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270	Hvac Filter	42.61​	1​	42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220	Air Filter	33.95​	1​	33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90	TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90	26.70​	1​	26.70​
ZL3710	washer fluid	7.64​	1​	7.64​
ZL22972	MOTOR OIL 0W20	25.00​	6.5​	162.50​
			TOTAL	549.20​
			VAT	21%​
			TO PAY	664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.

 

[landmannnn]

On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)

Reference	Description	unit price	units	total
I003000	second service		2​	250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600	Oil Filter	25.80​	1​	25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270	Hvac Filter	42.61​	1​	42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220	Air Filter	33.95​	1​	33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90	TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90	26.70​	1​	26.70​
ZL3710	washer fluid	7.64​	1​	7.64​
ZL22972	MOTOR OIL 0W20	25.00​	6.5​	162.50​
			TOTAL	549.20​
			VAT	21%​
			TO PAY	664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.

Not defending them, but €125 per hour will need to include the mechanic's labour, his cost to employ, admin desk, workshop manager, property costs, utilities, insurance and all those other associated business costs.

 

[OverlandGearGuy]

Got the New Wind deflector on my @TrailRax Roof Rack, and was able to get my lights put on, if you want to see how bright those lights are click here https://www.facebook.com/reel/529344216445359

 

[Eric]

ME, the guy in the middle, August/September 1994 ON one of the Cinque Torri Really nice place this areaView attachment 7869912

Ah, to be 30 years younger,

 

[Eric]

On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)

Reference	Description	unit price	units	total
I003000	second service		2​	250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600	Oil Filter	25.80​	1​	25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270	Hvac Filter	42.61​	1​	42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220	Air Filter	33.95​	1​	33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90	TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90	26.70​	1​	26.70​
ZL3710	washer fluid	7.64​	1​	7.64​
ZL22972	MOTOR OIL 0W20	25.00​	6.5​	162.50​
			TOTAL	549.20​
			VAT	21%​
			TO PAY	664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.

What always amazes me they manage to squeeze in windscreen washer fluid, I have always been charged for it in dealer services for all my vehicles. I have always filled them prior to prevent there brand being put in (I swear by my Autoglym) and asked them how they managed to get it in, and why syphon mine out.

 

[Ovrland Bill]

Got the New Wind deflector on my @TrailRax Roof Rack, and was able to get my lights put on, if you want to see how bright those lights are click here https://www.facebook.com/reel/529344216445359

What brand/model are those triangular lights on the corners (for cornering?)?

 

[OverlandGearGuy]

What brand/model are those triangular lights on the corners (for cornering?)?

https://www.novsights.com/products/halo-series-3-led-pods-twin-light-kit. The have 3 models Flood, Drive and Spot

They have a 20% off sale right now as well

This is the Light Bar I have, I love it

Rock Series 48 Inch Single Row Dual Beam LED Off-Road Light Bar White and Amber

Review from YouTube@1Five1Garage "You can use just the white light, just the amber light, or both if needed, thus making this one of the most unique light bars out there on the market today. NovSight is seriously taking off road lights to a whole new level!" Super Bright Stable...

www.novsights.com

 

[CRH]

Got the New Wind deflector on my @TrailRax Roof Rack, and was able to get my lights put on, if you want to see how bright those lights are click here https://www.facebook.com/reel/529344216445359

Puts Blackpool to shame. You could rent yourself as a new show

For anyone not aware, look up Blackpool illuminations (UK)

 

[Jean Mercier]

What always amazes me they manage to squeeze in windscreen washer fluid, I have always been charged for it in dealer services for all my vehicles. I have always filled them prior to prevent there brand being put in (I swear by my Autoglym) and asked them how they managed to get it in, and why syphon mine out.

I agree with you, I have done the same in the past (not this time). Because I arrived very early at the workshop, and papers were lying there unattended in the "Ineos" section I could see a workorder where the customer said clearly: "don't fill the washer fluid".

Next time I'll do the same.

 

[CRH]

I agree with you, I have done the same in the past (not this time). Because I arrived very early at the workshop, and papers were lying there unattended in the "Ineos" section I could see a workorder where the customer said clearly: "don't fill the washer fluid".

Next time I'll do the same.

I do try to remember to tell them I filled it prior so as not to get charged. One of our cars always has a 1ltr of top up oil left in the car and charged for it, I tell them I have plenty and don't want it so they knock it off the bill and tell me to keep it. Anyone need any oil, I think I could open a shop

 

[globalgregors]

Mooching around St John’s, Newfoundland. Stumbled across another branch on the family tree…

 

[internal]

On Monday I had my second service + some warranty problems to solve.

Today I got, and paid my invoice (in euros)

Reference	Description	unit price	units	total
I003000	second service		2​	250.00​
IGRA-1000-012600	Oil Filter	25.80​	1​	25.80​
IGRA-2G00-030270	Hvac Filter	42.61​	1​	42.61​
IGRA-3A02-008220	Air Filter	33.95​	1​	33.95​
ZLINEOSTRANS75W90	TRANFER CASE FLUID 75W90	26.70​	1​	26.70​
ZL3710	washer fluid	7.64​	1​	7.64​
ZL22972	MOTOR OIL 0W20	25.00​	6.5​	162.50​
			TOTAL	549.20​
			VAT	21%​
			TO PAY	664.53​

Funny, the second row mentions 2 units, no unit price and a total of 250 euro, I guess (I am sure) this is two hours of work, means 125 euro/hour for the technician. That is the hourly price of a lawyer or management consultant.
Before somebody explains me that other things are included in that price: yes, also other staff included like the planning man, etc.
But, at my former dealer (Suzuki) it was less than half that price: 50 euro/hour.

What I forgot to mention is that they replaced (for free of course) the front door seals (rubber) because they were loose. They only replace them when the gaps are bigger than 10 cm.

Did they only get 6.5 litres of oil in? Seems a bit low to me. Maybe your garage wanted to save you some money....

 

[Logsplitter]

Did they only get 6.5 litres of oil in? Seems a bit low to me. Maybe your garage wanted to save you some money....

@JeanMercier has a petrol engine so 6.5l engine for on road level. However the maintenance sheet I picked up in South Africa states 7L which I guess is the off road level.

 

[Krabby]

@JeanMercier has a petrol engine so 6.5l engine for on road level. However the maintenance sheet I picked up in South Africa states 7L which I guess is the off road level. View attachment 7869982View attachment 7869983

Interesting that it specs 5W30 and not 0W20 which I think is the NAS spec.

 

[internal]

@JeanMercier has a petrol engine so 6.5l engine for on road level. However the maintenance sheet I picked up in South Africa states 7L which I guess is the off road level. View attachment 7869982View attachment 7869983

Ah, thanks for the clarification. I have the diesel and didn't look closely (I could have noticed it with the different type of oil).

 

[Lollo050968]

Interesting that it specs 5W30 and not 0W20 which I think is the NAS spec.

0W20 is in Europe for the Petrol the right spec. The sheet of @Logsplitter is from SA.

 

[Krabby]

0W20 is in Europe for the Petrol the right spec. The sheet of @Logsplitter is from SA.

Exactly. I wonder why the different specs. I believe the engines are the same.