KW HAS installation and cost

sherm · 12-16-2014, 10:45 AM

I was quoted 9 hours to install the KW HAS kit. Does this sound right? That'd cost $990 for install and another $149 for alignment.

I wouldn't know the first thing on how to install springs so I have to have a shop do it but does it really take that long to install and cost that much?

rubber_ducky · 12-16-2014, 10:47 AM

That does seem like a long time. Why not call another shop for a second quote. Even if it's a little further away, it might be worth the drive at $110/hr labor rate.

w00tw00t · 12-16-2014, 11:06 AM

BS!

tom @ eas · 12-16-2014, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherm

I was quoted 9 hours to install the KW HAS kit. Does this sound right? That'd cost $990 for install and another $149 for alignment.

I wouldn't know the first thing on how to install springs so I have to have a shop do it but does it really take that long to install and cost that much?

HAS kits don't take that long to install. Might be best to shop around.

sherm · 12-16-2014, 01:05 PM

Thanks guys. I thought it sounded absurd. Everyone always tries to jack up the rates because they hear you have an $80K BMW.

Merli · 12-16-2014, 03:02 PM

I was quoted $590 and $550-650 by two different authorised KW dealers in Sydney...

These shops normally charge $120 - $160 per hour labor, so that should give you a rough idea on the time requirement.

Hope that helps!

sherm · 12-16-2014, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Merli

I was quoted $590 and $550-650 by two different authorised KW dealers in Sydney...

These shops normally charge $120 - $160 per hour labor, so that should give you a rough idea on the time requirement.

Hope that helps!

That helps a lot. Thanks.

Carlos@TAG · 12-16-2014, 03:37 PM

That sounds a little steep. We charge $450 install and $125 for alignment.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherm

I was quoted 9 hours to install the KW HAS kit. Does this sound right? That'd cost $990 for install and another $149 for alignment.

I wouldn't know the first thing on how to install springs so I have to have a shop do it but does it really take that long to install and cost that much?

RocketBoots · 12-16-2014, 04:07 PM

TAG states 2-3 hours install time.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...7&postcount=28

Omar@VelosDesignwerks · 12-18-2014, 10:58 AM

Install should be $450-$550 plus alignment.

tareemaa · 12-19-2014, 11:04 AM

thats BS, installation should be 2 - 3 hours tops, any longer than that and I would be concerned with the competency of the mechanic.

MasterC17 · 12-21-2014, 06:16 PM

DIY here. Rear's took about 45 minutes each, front's about an hour. Three to four hours is certainly reasonable.

sherm · 12-21-2014, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by MasterC17

DIY here. Rear's took about 45 minutes each, front's about an hour. Three to four hours is certainly reasonable.

Awesome. Thanks for the write up. There's no way I could do it myself but I'll have whoever I have ininstall them check it out because it doesn't look like a normal spring install.

M4LAKA · 12-21-2014, 08:54 PM

im getting charged 4 hours, but mechanic stated should really be 5 but im getting a deal doing it in 4

MasterC17 · 12-22-2014, 06:20 AM

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im getting charged 4 hours, but mechanic stated should really be 5 but im getting a deal doing it in 4

Let me put it this way, I wouldn't be surprised if someone charged up to 10 hours to do this. Essentially you're doing a full front and rear strut/shock replacement, and book time on that is nearing 10 hours.

Bob MG · 12-24-2014, 05:24 AM

Definitely not. A coil over is quicker to install (my CS took around 90 mins) because the whole front shock already has the spring mounted to damper

On spring set up you need to remove the OEM spring from the damper which I would guess takes another 30-60 mins tops

I would say you're getting ripped

No more than 3 hours at worst

sherm · 12-24-2014, 01:16 PM

I guess BMW states that it takes 10 hours for installing springs which is what every shop is quoting regardless of how long it actually takes.

NorCal f80 · 12-24-2014, 01:54 PM

Install can be done in an hour if rushed and I'd say 2 hours MAX. I swear the rears could be done in 15 minutes if the installer were in a race.

[[[[[ above refers to full coilovers, HAS kit may take a few minutes longer ]]]]]

My opinion-

Coilovers ---- don't let them charge more than 2-3 hours

HAS type setup ---- don't let them charge more than 3-4 hours

Alex@TAG · 12-26-2014, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 0-100 nga real quick

Install can be done in an hour if rushed and I'd say 2 hours MAX. I swear the rears could be done in 15 minutes if the installer were in a race.

[[[[[ above refers to full coilovers, HAS kit may take a few minutes longer ]]]]]

My opinion-

Coilovers ---- don't let them charge more than 2-3 hours

HAS type setup ---- don't let them charge more than 3-4 hours

You can install it, but what about setting ride heights and ensuring everything is even all around?

I would never rush a suspension install. Especially on something with adjustable heights....

But yes, its roughly about $400+alignment for the installation.

Padfan9 · 01-09-2015, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sherm

I was quoted 9 hours to install the KW HAS kit. Does this sound right? That'd cost $990 for install and another $149 for alignment.

I wouldn't know the first thing on how to install springs so I have to have a shop do it but does it really take that long to install and cost that much?

They are lying to you and trying to rob you. I was quoted 3 hours max by multiple shops.

M3ANS55 · 01-10-2015, 06:34 PM

Regardless of what "you" can do it in, would you want to work hourly or flat rate? Always expect for a half hour to an hour more charge wherever you go. People do favors and break even but let's be honest people want to make money

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rubber_ducky Colonel 386 Rep 2,988 Posts Drives: roach coach Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: boston-ish iTrader: (21)	That does seem like a long time. Why not call another shop for a second quote. Even if it's a little further away, it might be worth the drive at $110/hr labor rate.
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RocketBoots Colonel 1860 Rep 2,104 Posts Drives: Horse Drawn Carriage Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (3)	TAG states 2-3 hours install time. http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...7&postcount=28
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Omar@VelosDesignwerks BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 441 Rep 2,036 Posts Drives: Different Ones Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Miami iTrader: (1)	Install should be $450-$550 plus alignment.
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tareemaa Bimmer Fanatic 368 Rep 1,660 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Chicago iTrader: (7)	thats BS, installation should be 2 - 3 hours tops, any longer than that and I would be concerned with the competency of the mechanic.
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	DIY here. Rear's took about 45 minutes each, front's about an hour. Three to four hours is certainly reasonable. __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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M4LAKA Lieutenant 113 Rep 424 Posts Drives: 2022 M5 Comp Join Date: May 2014 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	im getting charged 4 hours, but mechanic stated should really be 5 but im getting a deal doing it in 4
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Bob MG Moderating 418 Rep 2,047 Posts Drives: like a muppet Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Dubai iTrader: (0)	Definitely not. A coil over is quicker to install (my CS took around 90 mins) because the whole front shock already has the spring mounted to damper On spring set up you need to remove the OEM spring from the damper which I would guess takes another 30-60 mins tops I would say you're getting ripped No more than 3 hours at worst
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sherm First Lieutenant 28 Rep 326 Posts Drives: '15 BMW M4 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (0)	I guess BMW states that it takes 10 hours for installing springs which is what every shop is quoting regardless of how long it actually takes.
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NorCal f80 Lieutenant Colonel 346 Rep 1,656 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Install can be done in an hour if rushed and I'd say 2 hours MAX. I swear the rears could be done in 15 minutes if the installer were in a race. [[[[[ above refers to full coilovers, HAS kit may take a few minutes longer ]]]]] My opinion- Coilovers ---- don't let them charge more than 2-3 hours HAS type setup ---- don't let them charge more than 3-4 hours
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