I am looking at having 4.10's installed, and I have been getting quotes for the install all over the map. My question is: What have you paid to have the gears installed? I am planning on purchasing the parts myself. Also, I am in the Milwaukee area and am looking for any quality installers that anyone has had good luck with.

Thanks.

 

This varies from shop to shop, but 300-500 is typical. Anymore and you need to find a different shop. With that said the rear ends for the S197 are quite picky when it comes to gears. Many people complain about gear whine after install. Make sure your shop is good and has done a few 8.8 or 7.5 Ford rear ends. You might pay a little more that the guy across the street but if it’s done correctly the first time you will thank yourself. There is a huge debate on Motive vs FRPP gear sets. The FRPP are generally said to be better gears since the tolerances for the install are more lenient that those of the motives. Motives are a good gear and can be installed with no whine, but it depends on how good the install is generally, as FRPP if not installed correctly will whine also.

 

I live in San Diego. I want 3:73s installed. If I get a good quote; im going to get them forsure. 3-400 for everything sounds good lol !

 

I believe I paid around $250-300.
Don't skimp out and try to save a few bucks by having someone do it quick and cheap. With gears you need someone who knows what they are doing. Otherwise you will likely pay more in the long run.

 

im getting ym done at realspeed on friday in Bohemia,NY.....long island.....there charging me 250 plus tax for install...labor only

 

I paid $500 for FRPP parts & install in January. Silent.

 

yes I just had mine done this past weekend 03/09/08 I ended up going with a ford gear set ffor 179.00 bought hardend moser axles 300. ford racing cover 200 with shipping 31.00 for royle purple and 35.00 for install kit. mech charged me 250 for the gear install and 50.00 for both axles for the 8.8 rear end in a 07 gt.

good luck and dont fret the 50-100 difference in install price just get someone good. I mean you will be driving it for a while enjoy

 

I got quoted at 350-400 today, that includes oil, labor for the gears, master bearing kit, and frpp girdle.

 

I furnished all parts and fluids, with the exception of friction modifier. 395.00 for the install in So Cal.