C70 PCV Need answer by monday morning please

djoker04 · Post by **djoker04** » 04 Jun 2011, 20:05

My Volvo is at a Volvo Specialist (actual name) in Rockville MD and i need the PCV done. I trust the mechanic with this but the cost for the PCV is $600...I see FCP has it waaay cheaper....she told me I can get my own parts just make sure they will fit....I'm trying to save money....is this the correct one...or should I call them directly (FCP) to make sure the order is correct!! I have 2.3 Turbo..I read the entire PCV repair thread...and everyone mentions it...just want a head to head answer....My 1st Volvo and my new mecahnic has showed me allot......I know i'm answering my own question...just want to Verify!!

Thanks
Karl

jda2000 · Post by **jda2000** » 05 Jun 2011, 11:33

if in doubt, call them on the phone and give the the car's VIN and they'll send you the right kit.
so don't dread the issue.

Post by **JRL** » 05 Jun 2011, 11:48

In a 2002 there's about $220 worth of (retail Volvo) parts
be very careful with aftermarket hoses.
Some are not made as well and can fail rather quickly and you don't want to go thru this twice
$400 too is about RETAIL FLAT RATE labor
Job calls for 4.3 hours (I can do it in about an hour and a half but things can and do go wrong from time to time)
I would negotiate their labor

Post by **ojdorson** » 05 Jun 2011, 14:04

+1 on OEM parts for this. The $ difference is not huge and the fit and quality are much better.
Also, +1 for read the how-to here and consider doing it yourself. It's not a bad job and you'll get a chance to clean off a lot of grime - from the car AND yourself!

djoker04 · Post by **djoker04** » 05 Jun 2011, 14:20

Thanks for the Quick reply!!! I can go with the aftermarket but get OEM hoses...still save money! $600 for OEM $350 for labor....i''m also getting a transmissionn flush done...with some other parts replaced....

I'll definately give them a call..