1990 ZR-1 Starter

[James C.]

I was wondering if $1,000 to replace the starter is reasonable. I know they are a b---- to get to..Thanks! Jim

[Tom H.]

Re: 1990 ZR-1 Starter

Sounds a bit strong. How many hours labor did they figure ?? Be sure you don't just have a corroded connection at the starter. The design of the ZR1 starter location was famous for hoding water and rotting the starter connection.

[Mike M.]

Re: 1990 ZR-1 Starter

i replaced the starter in my Z------took about 3 hours. rebuilt starters available and faily inexpensive. 1K less 250 for starter and the tools keeps 3/4K in yer pocketbook. also, before pulling the starter, check the neutral safety switch near the clutch pedal( common failure).mike

[Joe L.]

Re: 1990 ZR-1 Starter

I was wondering if $1,000 to replace the starter is reasonable. I know they are a b---- to get to..Thanks! Jim

Jim-----


Mitchell's Flat Rate Guide gives 3.8 hours for 1990 ZR-1 starter R&R. So, if the going shop labor rate in your area is, say, $125/hr, then you'd be talking $475 for labor, alone. A new GM starter, GM #10455704, GM lists for $468.50 + tax. When you get work done at a shop, GM dealer or otherwise, you usually get to pay "full list" for parts. So, under the above scenario, you're pretty close to $1,000 for the job.

A rebuilt starter, including a Delco reman #336-1118, can be purchased at discount for about $150. However, the list on this starter is going to be about $225-250 and that's what you'll pay if you have the work done at a shop. So, under this scenario, you'd be talking about $750 total for the job.

If I were having to pay to have the work done, I'd pay the extra for a NEW starter----at about $500 to have it installed, you want it to last as long as possible. If I were doing it myself, I might go with the Delco rebuild. In that case, the whole job would cost you only about $150.