Best Mechanic shop to get VZ timing chain replaced

[johnoLof]

hey guys, title says it all! unfortunately my 2004 VZ will need this costly repair done.
I've done a little research and cant seem to find a mechanics website that specializes in replacing timing chains that aren't based in VIC or the Gold Coast.
can anyone point me in the right directions?

 

[commodore665]

Any reputable mechanic can do it , suggest you ask around your area .

 

[Commo Baba]

ignore me as you like since my vx has not needed one while I've owned it , but........ I doubt whether you are going to find mechanics advertising a specialisation for a common job on a Commodore. See above Post ^^.

You're in Sydney ? I've heard of it.

 

[johnoLof]

lucky you! i should of taken my friends advice about not getting a VZ and sticking with a VX or VY, ohwell lesson learnt.
i did a little more research and found that the mechanics that advertised specially for timing chains were a hell of alot cheaper then the local guys. When i took it in today to the local mechanic he called me back after an hour of dropping it off only to tell me that its fucked and would be a massive 4k job compared to online sites doing it for half that. But unfortunately most of them are outside of NSW.
but thanks for your advice anyways, appreciated!

 

[99notout]

Mate, there is a guy on Gumtree advertising Timing Chain replacement for $1550 in Arndell Park, don't know how close that is to you, but probably worth a phone call 96762555. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/arn...chain-replacment-vz-to-ve-for-1550/1152111344

 

[Big Red VF-SII Go-kart]

MIDAS did the timing chains on our VW Passat and Jetta $1500 each, compared to the marque dealer asking $2,600 ... go figure!!
The mechanics local to me (they service my VZ) do all Commodore timing chains but quote $2,300 and 1.5 days (VX, VY, VZ and VE)!
I cannot account for the wild discrepancy other than the provision of using genwine Holden parts as opposed to chain sets from the aftermarket.

 

[Silverbird]

I paid a small fortune a few weeks ago for Holden to replace my ECU. Being genuine, it's got the warranty (2 yrs 40k). I take comfort in the warranty component - maybe if you think about that as well. Have you got a quote from your local Holden dealer workshop?