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Blown Head Gasket Repair: Things Should Know About About It
Head gaskets are used to seal the top of the cylinder of an internal combustion engine. It is expected to last for the life of the engine but it needs to be maintained properly in order to be sure that it lasts for an extended period of time without damage. It's going to need to be fixed when it is damaged or wears out. But, any experienced car owner will tell you that it can be expensive to fix.
Factors That Require You To Spend More
What's the cause of why repair costs are so high? There are a variety of factors that contribute to the blown head gasket fix. The cost of a head gasket inspection performed by a professional mechanic overshadows the expense of replacing the gasket. The mechanics will inspect your vehicle and identify the severity of the damage. These are just a few reasons why you need to shell out more. Repairs include labor costs, tools and equipments, as also the expense for an entirely new gasket (if needed).
The complex nature of the head-gasket's mechanism as well as its place of installation is another reason that repair costs are high. The head gasket is located in the engine of your vehicle; the exact location is between the head of the cylinder and the engine block. Hence, its location makes it very hard to reach. The mechanics have to go through many delicate components of the vehicle such as pistons , fuel valves, so care must be taken. Once the mechanics are done with the work, they'll need to repair other components of the engine, and make sure everything is in the right place be.
The Amount Of Money You will need to pay for the Repair
You know now the reason blown head gasket, is so expensive. The question is what amount do you need to shell out for it? A typical repair will cost between USD 1200 to USD 1400. This figure already includes the cost of the parts and labor. Parts usually cost around USD 400-500 while labor costs are typically around USD 800-900. The complexity of the repair and the time it takes to finish the task and the expense of labor, are the primary reasons behind the high labor costs.
Summary:
There are several reasons why the cost of head gasket repair is so expensive. It requires special tools and equipment that mechanics do not have in their inventory. The repair can be very time-consuming and difficult because of the delicate parts. In addition, the mechanic must to be aware of the other parts of the engine while working on this difficult task - adding up to an expensive cost!
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